Discover the future of sustainable aquaculture and marine biotechnology in this captivating collection of discoveries, curated by B2E CoLAB. From transforming macroalgae into eco-friendly feed to portable fish hatcheries and cutting-edge cancer therapies, these innovations are reshaping the industry. Explore the pages to discover a realm of possibilities and be inspired by the infinite potential of marine sciences. Start reading now and join the journey towards a more sustainable and innovative aquatic world!

AQUACULTURE

Macroalgae-based engineered products for animal feed

This invention discloses methods and compositions for the microbiological pretreatment of macroalgae biomass to create an alternative, low-cost, environmentally friendly, and sustainable source of essential nutrients for the aquaculture and live animal industries.

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Modular Building Blocks Based on Algae and Methods of Manufacturing Them

This invention comprises a system of floating bricks based on macroalgae biomass, which interlock in three dimensions and are capable of withstanding ocean conditions. The blocks manufactured according to the methods described in this publication can be used as building blocks for various structures, including, for example, floating structures for offshore mariculture.

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Mobile Fish Incubator

The present invention presents a mobile fish incubator, easy to transport and operate, and suitable for fish farming, cost-effective and in a safe aquatic environment.

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LIVING MARINE RESOURCES

Development of 3D Calcium Phosphate Cement Scaffolds [TA1] with Cockle Shell Powder

In this study, calcium phosphate cement scaffolds based on cockle shell powder were developed and 3D printed using the material extrusion method. Lactic acid and hyaluronic acid were used to promote printability. The developed scaffolds were characterized and their biocompatibility evaluated. Furthermore, the scaffolds were implanted in a rat calvaria defect model to confirm bone regeneration. This study offers an opportunity to create high added value in fishing villages through the recycling of natural products from marine waste.

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Optical Technique for Analyzing Insects, Shrimp, and Fish

The discovery relates to the detection of features, structures, and/or organs in organisms such as insects, shrimp, and fish, more specifically to image-based detection and classification. The present invention describes an image flow technique designed to analyze organisms such as insects, fish, and shrimp one by one and, optionally, separate them. The organisms can be pre-adults (e.g., larvae) or adults.

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MARINE BIOTECHNOLOGY

Process for providing a combination of fermented algae and/or seaweed and selected plant material from the Fabaceae family

This invention relates to a composition comprising a fermented seaweed and/or a fermented algae, in combination with a fermented plant material, selected from the Fabaceae family. The developed fermented composition can be used to: enhance the color of salmonids; increase the growth of fish and/or terrestrial animals; reduce mortality; increase feed conversion; and/or reduce the consumption of fish and/or terrestrial animal feed.

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Diatom-derived mesoporous silica nanoparticles loaded with fucoidan for enhanced chemophotodynamic therapy

In this study, the objective was the design of a combined chemotherapy and photodynamic therapy (PDT). Diatomaceous earth mesoporous silica nanoparticles (dMSN) containing lanthanide metal ions in a PDT composition were synthesized. These nanoparticles can generate ROS under near-infrared light irradiation and possess magnetic resonance and fluorescence imaging capabilities, confirming their phototherapeutic effect on HCT116 cancer cells. Fucoidan, derived from brown algae, was used as a chemotherapeutic component. Fucoidan extracted from Sargassum oligocystum in Pingtung Haikou showed the highest anticancer activity. Combined therapy has demonstrated superior anticancer efficacy compared to PDT or chemotherapy alone, successfully synthesizing nanoparticles for combined chemotherapy and photodynamic therapy.

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Heparin-like mucopolysaccharide derived from fish swim bladder and methods of manufacture and use thereof

The objective of this patent is to provide an application of a heparin-like mucopolysaccharide, derived from fish swim bladder, in the preparation  of angiogenesis inhibitors, where the heparin-like mucopolysaccharide has been shown to have a strong effect in inhibiting angiogenesis.

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