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AQUACULTURE

Aquaculture at the crossroads of microplastic contamination

Microplastic (MP) pollution threatens human health and marine ecosystems. This study analyzed oysters, clams, and mussels from offshore and intertidal aquaculture, revealing plastic fragments as the main type of MP—blue in offshore locations and black in intertidal zones. About 60% of bivalves did not contain MPs, with offshore ones being the least contaminated. Reducing plastic use in aquaculture practices and adopting purification are recommended measures.

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Sustainable carbon capture through algae cultivation

CO₂ is captured from a point source or the atmosphere, then dried, treated, and compressed. It is then injected into an algae reactor that maintains ideal conditions for growth. When the algae reach sufficient density, they are harvested, processed, and sold. Additional revenue can be generated through carbon credits, by-products, equipment sales, and technology licensing.

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LIVE MARINE RESOURCES

Algae nanoemulsions for UVB protection evaluated by electrical impedance

Exposure to UVB rays is linked to skin cancer, driving demand for natural sunscreens. This study developed nanoemulsions with macroalgae extract, optimized by Box-Behnken planning. With good physicochemical properties, the formulation reduced UVB damage in pig skin, showing a loss of resistance of only 15% (vs. 50% in the control). The results highlight the potential of algae nanoemulsions as effective photoprotectors.

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Composition of scallop sausage

This utility model presents a sausage made with scallop mantles and gills—parts normally discarded during processing—taking advantage of nutrient-rich by-products. The recipe combines ¼ kg of these scallop parts with sugar, salt, spices, soy sauce, vinegar, curing agents, vitamin C, aniseed wine, olive oil, and flour, resulting in a tasty and nutritious sausage. A sustainable solution to reduce waste and enhance marine resources.

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MARINE BIOTECHNOLOGY

Methods for producing bioplastics derived from algae

This technology enables the production of microalgae rich in triacylglycerol, used in the manufacture of bioplastics and algae-based composite plastics. It includes methods for increasing lipid accumulation, such as centrifugation, and transforming biomass into plastic materials, such as beads and consumer goods.

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Therapeutic potential of brominated diterpenes from Laurencia algae

This invention relates to the treatment or prevention of obesity using brominated diterpenes derived from the red alga Laurencia, in particular neorogioldiol. These compounds inhibit the formation of fat cells, regulate metabolism, and reduce weight gain and glucose intolerance in mouse models fed a high-fat diet.

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