Discovery history of sucralose
Unexpectedly discovered (1976)
Research and Development Background
Tate&Lyle has collaborated with Queen Elizabeth College, University of London to study the application of sucrose molecular modification in insecticide modifiers.

Key Oolong Event

Indian student misheard mentor's instruction: pronounced "test compound effect" as "taste compound";
The student discovered after tasting the compound that it has extremely high sweetness and no energy properties, unexpectedly revealing its potential as a sweetener