Our relationship with microbes has always been complicated. We fear them as “germs,” the organisms behind disease, yet embrace them for their role in the food web and for producing fermented food ...

Jell-O shots are enjoying a resurgence, but for those who partaking in a vegan-friendly round, you'll want to use this substitute instead of the boxed mix.

Until recently, I was an agar-agar novice. I didn't grow up eating gelatin desserts like many of my friends, and I never really liked things with a jiggly consistency on those few rare occasions I ...

Agar is a polysaccharide-based hydrocolloid synthesized in the cell walls of red seaweed, known as agarophytes. 1 Owing to its unique gel-forming ability, agar has wide-ranging applications that ...

Pull out your art supplies because it's time to get crafty--with agar! At the intersection of biology and art lies a creative medium that's actually alive. Scientists and artists practice etching ...

Skin care is an important aspect of life for a lot of people. And that involves including face packs and peel off masks a part of your daily regimen. There are various DIY face masks that offer ...