Marine Algae Benefits in Pharmaceuticals, Cosmeceuticals, and Nutraceuticals

Dear Colleagues,

We are pleased to invite you to contribute to our Special Issue of Marine Drugs, entitled “Marine Algae Benefits in Pharmaceuticals, Cosmeceuticals, and Nutraceuticals”. This issue will cover a selection of recent research topics and current review articles, reporting the latest updates on the different benefits of marine algae used as products for health and nutrition.

Marine algae or seaweeds are diverse and valuable resources that have been utilized for various purposes, including pharmaceuticals, cosmeceuticals, and nutraceuticals. Marine algae are still underexploited bioresources of bioactive compounds, which can be better valorized for the development of a circular bioeconomy. They represent a sustainable source for obtaining natural bioactive extracts through conventional and green techniques. Isolation and characterization of bioactive compounds from marine algae reveal physico-chemical, biochemical, structural, and biological properties, which can be useful to obtain novel therapeutically active products with valuable benefits and biomedical applications. As pharmaceuticals, marine algae are rich sources of bioactive compounds such as polysaccharides, peptides, and polyphenols, which have demonstrated various pharmacological activities such as anti-inflammatory, antiviral, anticoagulant, immunomodulatory effects, antioxidant properties, and anticancer potential. As cosmeceuticals, algal extracts are rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that can benefit skin health, known for their hydrating, moisturizing, anti-aging properties, natural pigments and skin protection from UV radiations. As nutraceuticals, marine algae have gained recognition as a superfood due to their exceptional nutritional profile, for weight management, offering a unique set of health-promoting compounds, cardiovascular and digestive health, as well as antioxidant benefits. However, it is essential to ensure that algae are sourced from clean marine waters to avoid contamination and to be mindful of individual dietary needs and iodine intake. It is important to note that while marine algae offer numerous potential benefits, further research and development are needed to fully understand their mechanisms of action and optimize their use in pharmaceuticals, cosmeceuticals, and nutraceuticals. Additionally, sustainability practices should be considered to ensure the responsible harvesting and cultivation of marine algae. In summary, the multifaceted benefits of marine algae in pharmaceutics, cosmeceuticals, and nutrition products, coupled with their eco-friendly cultivation, make them a fascinating and promising area of research and bio-application and a potential sustainable source of bioactive compounds, reducing dependence on traditional pharmaceutical and cosmetic ingredients.

This Special Issue invites original research contributions and reviews on the potential for the use of compounds extracted from marine algae to the development of innovative pharmaceuticals, cosmeceuticals, and nutraceuticals.

Prof. Dr. Ticuta Negreanu-Pirjol
Dr. Bogdan-Stefan Negreanu-Pirjol
Dr. Oana Crăciunescu
Guest Editors

Manuscript Submission Information

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Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Marine Drugs is an international peer-reviewed open access monthly journal published by MDPI.

Please visit the Instructions for Authors page before submitting a manuscript. The Article Processing Charge (APC) for publication in this open access journal is 2900 CHF (Swiss Francs). Submitted papers should be well formatted and use good English. Authors may use MDPI's English editing service prior to publication or during author revisions.

• algal bioactive principles
• algal cosmeceuticals
• algal drug discovery
• algal extracts for beauty products
• algal anti-aging products
• algal functional foods
• algal pharmaceuticals
• algae nutricosmetics
• algal nutraceuticals
• algal omega-3 supplements
• algae primary and secondary metabolites
• anti-inflammatory potential
• antioxidant properties
• biomedical applications
• biopolymers and biomaterials
• cosmeceutical compounds from marine algae
• drug delivery systems
• marine macroalgae bio-applications
• marine-based nutrition
• marine algae extracts
• marine-derived drugs
• marine-based cosmetics
• marine-derived skincare ingredients
• marine-derived dietary supplements
• nutraceutical compounds from marine algae
• pharmaceutical compounds from marine algae
• seaweed-based medicines
• seaweed skincare
• seaweed supplements
• seaweed health benefits