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The science of making fruits and veggies last longer

Jenny Du · TED

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It's a hard nut to crack: in order to prevent food waste, we rely on plastic packaging and refrigeration, which harm the environment. What if we could turn to nature to address these challenges? Engineer and chemist Jenny Du shares how a simple plant-based innovation — using the same elements found in fruit and vegetable peels — can extend the shelf life of produce, while also fighting food waste and spurring a healthier, more sustainable food system.

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Credits and licence

Institution
TED
Department
TED2025
Speaker
Jenny Du
Year
2025
Level
For everyone
Language
English
Subjects
Medicine and health, Earth and environment, Business and management
Source
TED
Licence
CC BY-NC-ND 4.0, as TED states it. Non-commercial use only, and no changed versions. TED's terms
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