Marine Biorefinery for Bioactive Compounds Production
A special issue of Marine Drugs (ISSN 1660-3397). This special issue belongs to the section "Marine Biotechnology Related to Drug Discovery or Production".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 March 2025 | Viewed by 52
Special Issue Editors
2. Department of Process Engineering and Applied Science, Faculty of Engineering, Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS B3H 4R2, Canada
Interests: natural health products; bioprocessing; green technologies; bioactive compounds; marine biotech; circular economy
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Interests: biomass valorization; value-added bioproducts; circular bioeconomy
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
We are excited to present a Special Issue of Marine Drugs dedicated to “Marine Biorefinery for Bioactive Compounds Production”. This Special Issue will spotlight the transformative potential of marine resources in the production of bioactive compounds, highlighting both established and emerging techniques in marine biorefinery. Marine organisms are renowned for their diverse and unique biochemical properties, offering a rich source of compounds with significant pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, agricultural, engineering, and industrial applications.
Our aim is to showcase innovative research that addresses the complexities of marine biorefinery processes, including the efficient extraction, characterization, sustainable production and application of these valuable compounds. We seek contributions that provide new insights into the utilization of marine resources, advancements in biotechnological methods, and the development of novel applications that can drive the future of marine-derived bioactive compounds. In addition, recent developments in process scale-up, industrialization, and commercial utilization regarding marine resource-derived bioactive compounds will also be covered in this Special Issue.
Researchers are invited to submit original research articles, comprehensive reviews, and insightful case studies that contribute to the advancement of marine biorefinery technologies and their applications. By participating in this Special Issue, you will join a vibrant scientific community dedicated to harnessing the full potential of marine resources for sustainable and impactful innovations.
Dr. Guangling Jiao
Dr. Yulin Hu
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- marine biorefinery
- bioactive compounds
- marine biotechnology
- sustainable production
- marine natural products
- extraction technologies
- biochemical characterization
- pharmaceutical applications
- nutraceuticals
- process scale-up and intensification
- industrial applications
- life cycle assessment
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