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Hans Steijer

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Risk assessment of “NIAS-screening”

Product safety is an issue of very high concern for all kinds of materials and products. One of RISE´s core activities in this area is analyses of packaging and materials intended for food contact (FCM).
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Material recycling of packaging

Almost all products are packaged, creating significant material volumes that circulate relatively quickly. In the transition to a circular society, packaging has become an area subject to new requirements and regulations, posing c…
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Listing of substance in BfR for FCM

The rules for Food Contact Materials (FCM) are based on what evaluated substances are used. With RISE's various competencies in material development, chemical analyses, toxicological risk assessment and knowledge of the regulation…
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choose your food packaging wisely

Many demands are placed on food packaging. First and foremost, it must protect and preserve the food. The packaging must also work efficiently in process and distribution. Environment and economy are other parameters that are impo…
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Substitution of hazardous chemicals

Non-toxic and circular cycles are a focus area in Sweden’s circular economy strategy. Hazardous chemicals in products and processes need to be replaced in order to protect human health and our environment. RISE has expertise in ev…
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Nutritional LCA – what is it and what can it be used for?
04 May
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Susanne Bryngelsson

Nutritional LCA – what is it and what can it be used for?

There is an increasing interest in introducing nutrition and health aspects in the assessment of the environmental impact of foods. A suggested method to do it is called nutritional LCA. Through nutritional LCA, it is possible for…
Foamy research at RISE Örnsköldsvik
20 Mar
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Oskar Westin

Foamy research at RISE Örnsköldsvik

RISE part in the Swedish Innovation system comprises, among other things, a vast range of test beds aimed at accelerating the development of new materials and processes. Let's get to know Sara Wallstén and her research which is be…
From forest to kitchen: A berry tale
15 Mar
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Alexander Wahlberg

From forest to kitchen: A berry tale

Alexander, a curious soul with a twinkle in his eye, wandered through the moss-covered woods. His heart beat in sync with the rhythm of nature—the rustle of leaves, the call of birds, and the promise of hidden treasures. But these…
Bilberries and lingonberries – health effects and health claims
01 Feb
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Susanne Bryngelsson

Bilberries and lingonberries – health effects and health claims

Berries are a natural part of a healthy and sustainable diet. However, more well-designed studies are needed to better understand if and how bilberries and lingonberries contribute to specific health effects and, if so, for food c…