National Ice Cream Day takes an innovative turn
Heidi Echavarria- 0
- 1 minute read
In July, many celebrate the National Ice Cream Day, such is the case of Lethbridge Polytechnic, where a researcher celebrates it with sweet science and sustainable solutions, using ice cream to spark conversations about food sustainability, health and innovation. A research scientist, with the Polytechnic analyzes how the popular dessert can be used to preserve underutilized crops, such as Indian gooseberries, and by-products, like orange peels, to support healthier and more sustainable food choices.
Currently, the researcher is conducting equally sweet research on new, long term storage options for sugar beets while maintaining sucrose integrity. Her research aims to provide producers with another revenue source to reduce crop risk and increase revenue streams.
