News on Potato Starch from Pennsylvania

"The butyric acid regulates immune function in the gut, suppresses chronic inflammation and may also help to cause cancer cells to self-destruct," Vanamala said. (Courtesy: PSU / Stephen Lea)
August 28, 2015
Colorful potatoes may pack powerful cancer prevention punch
Researchers of Penn State University discovered that compounds found in purple potatoes may help kill colon cancer stem cells and limit the spread of the cancer.
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May 02, 2012
Process to produce starch fibers could lead to new applications
A process that spins starch into fine strands could take the sting out of removing bandages, as well as produce less expensive and more environmentally-friendly toilet paper, napkins and other products, according to Penn State food scientists.
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