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Chr. Hansen and Nestlé settle court case about Human Milk Oligosaccharides patent infringements

Chr. Hansen and Nestlé settle court case about Human Milk Oligosaccharides patent infringements

In October 2020, Chr. Hansen acquired Jennewein Biotechnologie GmbH including a strong patent portfolio relating to the production of Human Milk Oligosaccharides (HMOs) and several litigations related hereto.
Before the acquisition in January 2020, Jennewein requested an injunction at the courts of Mannheim, Germany, against Nestlé’s sale of its infant formula products containing HMOs from a t

Intake of specific probiotic strains suggests a favorable impact on anticipatory stress and sleep quality for rotation shift workers.

New study: Probiotics may offer immune balancing benefits while improving sleep and stress of rotation shift workers

Irregular sleep patterns are associated with immune health and may underpin a range of health issues in rotation shift workers. By supporting the intestinal microbiota, probiotic supplements may lessen the negative impact of interrupted sleep on the immune system, new study suggests.
Chr. Hansen, in collaboration with Griffith University, recently completed a study* on the impact of stress, sle

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Chr. Hansen is a global, differentiated bioscience company that develops natural ingredient solutions for the food, nutritional, pharmaceutical and agricultural industries. At Chr. Hansen we are uniquely positioned to drive positive change through microbial solutions. We have worked for over 150 years to enable sustainable agriculture, better food and healthier living for more people around the world. Our microbial and fermentation technology platforms, including our broad and relevant collection of around 50,000 microbial strains, have game-changing potential. Matching customer needs and global trends we continue to unlock the power of good bacteria to respond to global challenges such as food waste, global health and the overuse of antibiotics and pesticides. As one of the world’s most sustainable companies, we touch the lives of more than 1 billion people every day. Driven by our legacy of innovation and curiosity to pioneer science, our purpose – To grow a better world. Naturally. – is at the heart of everything we do.

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