(Innovations in Biotechnology) 1st Edition
by Jeyabalan Sangeetha (Editor), Devarajan Thangadurai (Editor)
Seaweeds
are known for their rich bioactive compounds, which promote health in
human beings and are good for the ecosystem as well. They are also
natural resources that are a major source of raw material for different
industries. There are still undiscovered and unexploited compounds
synthesized by seaweeds that may have potential applications in the
pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, food, and cosmetics industries.
This
book serves as a comprehensive knowledge source for the predominant
roles of seaweeds in various sectors, particularly in the areas of
health, environment, and agriculture. It explores the diverse
biodiversity aspects of seaweeds and their derivatives. The book
critically reviews the present industrial challenges to investigate the
novel compounds synthesized by seaweeds and their unique characteristics
and benefits.
The volume covers the various
biodiversity attributes of tropical seaweeds, their cultivation and
bioactive compounds, and the diverse agricultural and biomedical
applications of new seaweed derivatives. The authors also discuss the
current challenges, emerging markets, and latest developments in
extracting the useful biomolecules from seaweeds as well as the role of
seaweeds in food security and environmental mitigation.
With chapters written by experts and professionals in the field, this volume, Seaweed Biotechnology: Biodiversity and Biotechnology of Seaweeds and Their Applications,
provides a deep understanding of the biodiversity of seaweeds around
the world and their industrial, biomedical, and environmental
applications.
