Seaweed Biotechnology: Biodiversity and Biotechnology of Seaweeds and Their Applications

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.