search
formulation science
Trends
- 1
Scientists have developed a tattoo technique in which the ink can be switched on and off, thanks to a chemistry trick involving specially formulated pigments. The advance, reported by Live Science, could allow tattoos that change appearance on demand or fade when desired. Readers are discussing the potential uses, from temporary body art to medical or cosmetic applications, and what it could mean for the future of permanent ink.
- 2Raw adds CaloriBurn to Essential Pre-Workout + Shred▼Raw Essential Pre-Workout + Shred adds CaloriBurn
Raw Nutrition has updated its Essential Pre-Workout + Shred formula to include CaloriBurn, a branded grains-of-paradise extract used for calorie burning and weight management support. The change pairs the product's energizing pre-workout ingredients with a thermogenic component, sharpening its positioning as a two-in-one training and fat-loss supplement. Formula updates like this are common in the category as brands chase differentiated, science-backed ingredients.
- 3
French nutritionists are sounding the alarm over Ciao Energy, the energy drink launched by creators Squeezie, Léna Situations and Inoxtag. Science et Vie reports that specialists unanimously call the beverage 'problematic', pointing to health concerns around its formulation and its marketing to a young audience. The debate is fuelled by the drink's huge popularity and the influencers' reach among teenagers, reigniting criticism of celebrity-backed energy drinks in France.
- 4HHS proposes science-based limits on enhanced kratom products▼HHS Recommends Science-Based Thresholds to Target Dangerous Enhanced Kratom Products
The US Department of Health and Human Services has issued a recommendation calling for science-based thresholds to target dangerous enhanced kratom products. Enhanced kratom, which is concentrated or supplemented with extra alkaloids, is considered more potent and riskier than traditional leaf products. The guidance aims to give regulators and policymakers a defined way to restrict the most dangerous formulations without banning the substance outright.
- 5Schrödinger's Equation Marks 100 Years of Quantum Physics▼100 years ago, Schrödinger’s equation shed light on quantum physics
One hundred years ago, Austrian physicist Erwin Schrödinger formulated the wave equation that became a foundation of quantum mechanics, describing how quantum systems evolve over time. Centenary articles are highlighting how the 1926 equation transformed physics, enabling modern understanding of atoms, chemistry and technologies from semiconductors to lasers, and celebrating one of science's most influential formulas.
- 6Particle Engineering Moves to Forefront of Drug Formulation Science▼Particle Engineering Takes Center Stage as Drug Formulation Science Enters Its Translational Era
Drug formulation science is said to be entering a translational era, with particle engineering taking center stage. The claim is that advances in controlling particle properties are now moving from laboratory research into real-world drug development, helping improve how new therapies are delivered and absorbed. Discussion so far is limited to a single science outlet, with no broader reaction yet recorded.
- 7Annamaet marks 40 years of science-led pet nutrition▼Annamaet: a family business leading with 40 years of nutrition science
Pet food brand Annamaet, a family-run business, is marking four decades in the industry with a focus on nutrition science. The company, founded by Rob Downey, has built its reputation on formulating dog and cat foods backed by research rather than trends. Coverage highlights its longevity in a competitive market and its continued family leadership as it looks to the next chapter of pet nutrition.
- 8PhytoGaia to Showcase Pet Wellness and Liver Research at SupplySide Global▼PhytoGaia Brings Pet Wellness, Liver Research, and Product Concepts to SupplySide Global
PhytoGaia is presenting its latest work in pet wellness, liver health research, and new product concepts at SupplySide Global, a major nutrition and ingredient industry event. The announcement, covered by Nutritional Outlook, highlights the company's push to expand its ingredient portfolio into animal health while promoting science-backed liver support formulations to manufacturers and formulators at the show.
- 9Particle Engineering Drives Next Generation of Drug Delivery●Particle Engineering and Formulation Science Drive the Next Generation of Drug Delivery
Advances in particle engineering and formulation science are reshaping how drugs are delivered, enabling more precise targeting, better stability and improved patient outcomes. Industry and research observers say these technologies are central to developing the next wave of pharmaceutical therapies, from inhalable medicines to controlled-release formulations, as demand grows for smarter drug delivery systems.
- 10Rethinking Scalp Health: New Technologies and Treatment Strategies▼Advances in Scalp Health: Rethinking Technologies, Biology and the Future of Treatment Strategies
Cosmetics & Toiletries has published a review of advances in scalp health, arguing that treatment strategies should be rethought around a deeper understanding of scalp biology and new technologies. The piece examines how emerging research and formulation tools could shape the future of products targeting the scalp, moving beyond traditional approaches to hair care and dermatological treatment.
- 11
The International Federation of Societies of Cosmetic Chemists is preparing its 2026 Congress, where cosmetics and personal care research innovation will be showcased to the global industry. Coverage highlights the event as a key venue for new ingredient science, formulation technology and scientific exchange among cosmetic chemists worldwide.
- 12Balchem to spotlight branded nutrition ingredients at SupplySide Global 2026●From clinical evidence to consumer demand: Balchem highlights the power of branded ingredients at SupplySide Global 2026
Balchem says it will showcase its branded ingredient portfolio at SupplySide Global 2026, arguing that clinically backed formulations are increasingly what drives consumer demand in the nutrition market. The company is positioning scientific evidence as the key differentiator for brands competing in supplements and functional food ingredients.