1.Their discovery is a new ingredient that could slow down the rate at which ice cream melts and gives the ice cream a smooth texture.
slow down(使)慢下來;(使)生產緩慢
There is no cure for the disease, although drugs can slow down its rate of development.
盡管藥物可以減緩病情的發展,但是這種病仍然是不治之癥 。
2.It has been fun working on the applied use of a protein that was initially identified due to its practical purpose in bacteria.
work on從事于…
The company undertakes mechanical work on all types of cars.
該公司承接各類汽車的修理工作 。