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Marine Biotechnology

Studies and Applications
Edited by Shaju S. S., Vipin. P. M., and Visakh P.M.
Series: Marine Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
Copyright: 2026   |   Status: Published
ISBN: 9781394301294  |  Hardcover  |  
346 pages
Price: $195 USD
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Discover the cutting-edge field of marine biotechnology with this comprehensive guide, offering expert insights and real-world case studies demonstrating its wide range of applications.

Audience
Marine scientists, aquaculture technologists, marine engineers, and academics interested in the cutting-edge applications of marine biotechnology.

Description
Marine biotechnology is a cutting-edge field leading to a more sustainable future through the extraction of biocompounds. This book introduces the fundamentals of marine biotechnology and its applications. Through expert insights and real-world case studies, the book serves as a comprehensive guide for a wide range for concepts, including the evolution of marine biotechnology and biodiscovery, bio-molecular components extracted from marine bioresources, and biotechnological advances to extend the use of marine bioresources for industrial and agricultural applications. This book is an essential resource for beginners and seasoned professionals looking towards the future of marine biotechnology.
Readers will find this volume:
• Presents real-world studies and applications to demonstrate the evolution of marine biotechnology and biodiversity;
• Provides in-depth explorations of niche concepts, such as bioprospecting of natural products from marine phytoplanktons, pharmaceutical and nutraceutical applications of marine micro-algae, and the application of marine gelatin and chitosan edible nanocomposite film for food coating and packaging;
• Explores methods to help researchers find solutions to both fundamental and applied problems in the area of marine biotechnology.

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Author / Editor Details
Shaju S.S., PhD is an assistant professor in the Department of Chemical Oceanography at Cochin University of Science and Technology, Kerala, India. He has authored 19 peer-reviewed publications, one book, and contributed to seven technical reports. Additionally, he has participated in 22 oceanographic scientific expeditions, spending approximately 400 days at sea. His research focuses on the validation of satellite ocean color sensors, the development of retrieval algorithms, marine pollution studies, and natural marine products and resources.

Vipin P.M., PhD is a senior instructor in Fishing Biology at the Central Institute of Fisheries Nautical and Engineering Training, Kochi, India. He has published two books and more than 13 research and review articles in peer-reviewed national and international journals. He specializes in marine ecology, deep-sea fish, fish biology, and fisheries resource management.

Visakh P.M., PhD works in the Natural Bioactive Materials Laboratory, Department of Bioengineering, Ege University, Bornova/Izmir, Turkey. He has published 45 books, 22 research articles, four reviews, and more than 50 book chapters. His areas of research include polymer sciences, polymer nanocomposites, material sciences, bionanocomposites, and marine sciences.

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Table of Contents
Preface
1. Marine Biotechnology: Studies and Applications—State-of-the-Art and New Challenges

Shaju S. S., Vipin. P. M., Visakh. P.M. and Shiv Kumari Panda
1.1 Exploring the Therapeutic Potential of Microalgae-Derived Compounds
1.2 Pharmaceutical and Nutraceutical Applications of Marine Microalgae
1.3 Extraction of Drugs and Food Ingredients from Marine Macroalgae
1.4 Biotechnological Applications of Marine Bacteria: Marine Biotechnology
1.5 Nanoparticles and Phytoconstituents from Marine Mangrove Plant
1.6 Mesopelagic Fish Protein Hydrolysates
1.7 Mesopelagic Fishes: Potential Use for Anticancer and Antimicrobial Biotechnological Applications
1.8 Marine-Derived Drugs: Recent Advances in Cancer Therapy and Immune Signaling
1.9 Marine Bivalve-Derived Bioactive Compounds: Anticancer and Antimicrobial Effects
References
2. Exploring the Therapeutic Potential of Microalgae-Derived Compounds: Commercial Significance, Advanced Cultivation Methods, and Life Cycle Analysis
Vishnu K. Venugopalan, Lekshmi R.G. Kumar, Paras Nath Jha, Vishnuja Soman, A. A. Mohamed Hatha and S.S. Shaju
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Microalgae as Source of Nutrients
2.2.1 Proteins
2.2.2 Pigments
2.2.3 Lipids
2.2.4 Polysaccharides
2.2.5 Vitamins and Minerals
2.3 Extraction Methods
2.3.1 Supercritical Fluid Extraction
2.3.2 Ultrasound-Assisted Extraction
2.3.3 Enzymatic Extraction Method
2.3.4 Other Green Extraction Methods
2.4 Commercially Important Microalgae
2.4.1 Spirulina (Arthrospira)
2.4.2 Chlorella
2.4.3 Haematococcus pluvialis
2.4.4 Dunaliella salina
2.4.5 Nannochloropsis
2.4.6 Isochrysis
2.5 Cultivation Methods
2.5.1 Open Ponds
2.5.2 Closed Photobioreactors
2.5.3 Hybrid Systems
2.5.4 Algal Turf Scrubbers
2.6 Economic Importance
2.7 Life Cycle Assessment
2.8 Challenges and Future Prospects
2.9 Conclusion
References
3. Pharmaceutical and Nutraceutical Applications of Marine Microalgae
Nayomi John, Parvathy Raj, Jinsa Jose, Swathy T., Fathima Ferin Haneef, Gokuljith S. and Rukkiya Sunil
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Marine Microalgae
3.2.1 Introduction
3.2.2 Bioactive Compounds from Microalgae
3.2.2.1 Pigments
3.2.2.2 PUFAs or Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids
3.2.2.3 Proteins
3.2.2.4 Vitamins
3.2.3 Use of Bioactive Compounds
3.2.4 Microalgae as a Pharmaceutical Source
3.2.5 Cosmeceutical
3.2.6 Nutraceuticals
3.2.6.1 Nutraceutical and Aquaculture
3.2.6.2 Marine Nutraceutical
3.2.7 Conclusion
3.3 Marine Phytoplankton
3.3.1 Introduction
3.3.2 Biodiversity of Marine Phytoplankton
3.3.3 Uses of Microalgae
3.3.3.1 As Nutraceutical
3.3.3.2 Source as Healthy Food
3.3.3.3 Bioactive Compounds and Their Potential Biological Activities and Roles
3.3.3.4 Microalgae in the Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Industry
3.4 Pharmaceutical Applications of Marine Microbiology
3.5 Nutraceutical Application of Marine Microalgae (Phytoplanktons)
3.6 Conclusion
References
4. Extraction of Drugs and Food Ingredients from Marine Macroalgae
P. Ruban, Vinitha Ebziba C., K. Ramalashmi, S. Arul Diana Christie, Mohammed Rafiqkhan K. and Kavitha M.B.
4.1 Introduction
Ecological Role of Marine Macroalgae
Biochemical Composition of Marine Macroalgae
Marine Macroalgae: Possible Applications
4.2 Marine Macroalgae
4.3 Classification of Marine Macroalgae
4.4 Extraction of Drugs from Marine Macroalgae
Chromatography
Column Chromatography
Steps Involved in Column Chromatography
4.5 Extraction of Food Ingredients from Marine Macroalgae
4.6 Conclusion
References
5. Biotechnological Applications of Marine Bacteria: Marine Biotechnology
Nayomi John, Anjala Shirin, Roby K. Mathew, Muhammed Faiz, Sneha P. Thomas, Fathima Safa and Lena Joseph
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Marine Bacteria
5.2.1 Marine Bacteria Adaptation to Environmental Shifts
5.2.2 Marine Bacteria Isolation
5.2.3 Sample Collection and Preparation
5.2.4 Culturing and Incubation
5.2.5 Identification and Characterization
5.2.6 Marine Bacteria: A Key to Biotechnology
5.3 Biotechnological Applications of Marine Bacteria
5.3.1 Application of Marine Bacteria in Waste Management
5.3.2 Bioremediation
5.3.3 Enzymes
5.3.4 Application in Drugs and Pharmaceutics
5.3.5 Possible Uses for Marine Bacterial EPS
5.3.6 Bioactive Pigment
5.3.7 Biosurfactant
5.4 Conclusion
References
6. Nanoparticles and Phytoconstituents from Marine Mangrove Plant: Potential for Biochemical Applications
Divya Kumari and Pracheta Janmeda
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Marine Mangrove Plant
6.3 Nanoparticles from Marine Mangrove Plant
6.3.1 Silver Nanoparticles of Rhizophora stylosa Griff. (Red Mangrove)
6.3.2 Nanotechnology-Based Anticancer Formulation of Avicennia marina
6.3.3 Metal-Based Nanoparticle Synthesis from Mangrove Plants
6.4 Phytoconstituents from Marine Mangrove Plant
6.4.1 Phytochemistry of Rhizophora stylosa Griff.
6.4.2 Phytochemistry of Avicennia marina
6.5 Biochemical Applications
6.5.1 Biological Activities of Rhizophora stylosa
6.5.2 Anticancer Activity of Avicennia marina
6.5.3 Biomedical Applications of Mangrove-Synthesized Bionanoparticles
6.5.4 Biogenic NPs in Industrial Applications
6.6 Conclusions
References
7. Mesopelagic Fish Protein Hydrolysates: A Source of Antihypertensive and Antidiabetic Peptides
Hilary Kwesi Ketemepi, Sharifudin Md. Shaarani and Nor Qhairul Izzreen Mohd Noor
7.1 Introduction
7.2 Mesopelagic Fish Protein Hydrolysates
7.2.1 Mesopelagic Zone
7.2.2 Mesopelagic Fish
7.2.3 Protein Hydrolysis and Protein Hydrolysates
7.2.3.1 Chemical Hydrolysis (Acid and Alkali)
7.2.3.2 Enzymatic Hydrolysis
7.3 Mesopelagic Fish Protein Hydrolysates: Antihypertensive Peptides of Pelagic Fish Protein Hydrolysates
7.3.1 Mechanisms of Action
7.3.2 Research Evidence
7.3.3 Bioavailability and Stability
7.3.4 Applications and Future Directions
7.4 Mesopelagic Fish Protein Hydrolysates: Antidiabetic Peptides
7.4.1 Mechanisms of Action
7.4.2 Research Evidence
7.4.3 Challenges and Opportunities
7.4.4 Implications
7.5 Conclusion
References
8. Mesopelagic Fishes: Potential Use for Anticancer and Antimicrobial Biotechnological Applications
Divya Kumari and Pracheta Janmeda
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Mesopelagic Fishes
8.3 Mesopelagic Fishes: Potential Use for Anticancer Applications
8.4 Mesopelagic Fishes: Potential Use for Antimicrobial Applications
8.5 Notable Mesopelagic Fishes with Anticancer and Antimicrobial Properties
8.5.1 Research and Biotechnological Applications
8.5.2 Mesopelagic Jellyfish (Periphylla periphylla)
8.5.3 Novel Bioactive Peptides Derived from Mesopelagic Fishes
8.5.4 Anticancer and Antimicrobial Potential of Mediterranean Mesopelagic Fish Species
8.6 Conclusions
References
9. Marine-Derived Drugs: Recent Advances in Cancer Therapy and Immune Signaling
Dhanisha Sulekha Suresh
9.1 Introduction
9.2 Marine-Derived Drugs
9.3 Marine-Derived Drugs: Recent Advances in Cancer Therapy
9.4 Marine-Derived Drugs: Recent Advances in Immune Signaling
9.4.1 cGAS/STING Signaling Pathways
9.4.2 JAK/STAT Signaling
9.5 Exploring Advancements and Hurdles in Marine Pharmaceutical Research
9.6 Conclusions
References
10. Marine Bivalve-Derived Bioactive Compounds: Anticancer and Antimicrobial Effects
Suna Bektaş, Nahdhoit Ahamada Rachid, Önder Kılıç and Serap Sancar
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Bioactive Molecules from Marine Bivalves
10.2.1 Bioactive Peptides of Bivalves
10.2.1.1 Anticancer Peptides from Bivalves
10.2.1.2 Antimicrobial Activities of Bivalve’s Peptides
10.2.2 Bioactive Polysaccharides of Bivalves
10.2.2.1 Anticancer Effects of Bivalve’s Polysaccharides
10.2.2.2 Antimicrobial Potentials of Polysaccharides from Marine Bivalves
10.2.3 Bioactive Lipids of Bivalves
10.2.3.1 Anticancer Effects of Lipid from Bivalves
10.2.3.2 Antimicrobial Effects of Lipid from Bivalves
10.2.4 Bioactive Lectins from Bivalves
10.2.4.1 Anticancer Effects of Bivalve’s Lectins
10.2.4.2 Antimicrobial Potentials of Bivalve’s Lectins
10.3 Conclusion
References
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