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Blue Biotechnology

Expanding Horizons with Marine Resources

  • 1st Edition - November 1, 2026
  • Latest edition
  • Editors: Marco F.L. Lemos, Carina Félix
  • Language: English

Blue Biotechnology showcases the latest findings and technological advancements in the areas of marine biology, genomics, bioengineering, and bioinformatics. The field of marine… Read more

Description

Blue Biotechnology showcases the latest findings and technological advancements in the areas of marine biology, genomics, bioengineering, and bioinformatics. The field of marine biotechnology, which involves the use of marine organisms and resources for biotechnological applications, encompasses a wide range of disciplines and has important implications for sustainable development, marine conservation, and economic growth. By presenting the most up-to-date and groundbreaking work, this book helps audiences stay abreast of this rapidly evolving field and inspires researchers to push the boundaries of biotechnological advancements. Written by leading experts in the field, this book brings together diverse perspectives, identifies research gaps, and generates new ideas. Early chapters introduce the field of marine biotechnology, illustrate the breadth of marine diversity and resources, and discuss methods and techniques for marine bioprospecting. Central chapters systematically discuss biotechnological applications in aquaculture and agriculture, food and nutrition, industry, medicine, and environmental remediation. Final chapters turn to the future and discuss the field’s applications to marine conservation, climate change adaptation, energy transition, as well as trends in industry scale-up, policy, challenges, and opportunities. Blue Biotechnology highlights the potential of marine biotechnology to help policymakers, government agencies, and industry leaders make informed decisions and contribute to the development of policies that support responsible and sustainable use of marine resources, while also fostering economic growth and environmental stewardship. It is an indispensable resource for researchers, industry scientists, stakeholders, policymakers, government employees, and students alike.

Key features

  • Showcases the latest advancements, innovations, and breakthroughs in marine biotechnology
  • Includes case studies and practical examples that highlight how blue biotechnology is applied to various industries
  • Explores future trends, challenges, and opportunities, emphasizing sustainable practices and responsible innovation

Readership

Academic researchers, industry scientists and stakeholders, policymakers, government employees in the field of marine biotechnology

Table of contents

Section I: Fundamentals of Blue Biotechnology

1. Introduction to Blue Biotechnology

2. Marine Biodiversity and Genetic Resources

3. Bioprospecting in the Ocean

4. Chemical Ecology in Marine Biotechnology

Section II: Applications of Blue Biotechnology

5. Biotechnology Applications in Aquaculture

6. Marine Biotechnology for Food and Nutrition

7. Blue Biotechnology for Industrial Processes

8. Marine Biotechnology in Medicine and Biomedical Applications

9. Blue Biotechnology in Environmental Remediation

10. Biosensors in Blue Biotechnology

Section III: Advanced Techniques in Blue Biotechnology

11. Genomics and Genetic Engineering in Blue Biotechnology

12. Bioinformatics and Data Mining in Blue Biotechnology

13. Marine Biotechnology for Sustainable Agriculture

14. Biotechnology Applications in Marine Conservation

15. Marine Biotechnology for Climate Change Adaptation

16. Blue Biotechnology and the Energy Transition

17. Biorefineries to Sustainably Maximize the Value of Biomass Resources

Section IV: Future Directions and Capacity Building

18. Marine Biotechnology Capacity Building, Training, Entrepreneurship and Commercialization

19. Beyond the Horizon: Exploring Future Frontiers in Blue Biotechnology

Product details

  • Edition: 1
  • Latest edition
  • Published: November 1, 2026
  • Language: English

About the editors

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Marco F.L. Lemos

Marco Lemos is an Associate Professor with Habilitation at the University of Leiria and Oeste and a principal researcher at the Marine and Environmental Sciences Centre (MARE). His research focuses on stress physiology and biochemistry, marine biotechnology, and the sustainable use of marine resources to develop solutions for industry. He has held several scientific leadership positions, including Coordinator of MARE-IPLeiria and the Marine Resources Research Group (GIRM), Coordinator of the national MARE Biotechnology research line, and Coordinator of CETEMARES building (Marine Sciences R&D, Education, and Knowledge Dissemination Centre). He is also a member of the Executive Board and Guidance Council of Campus do Mar, an international network of excellence. Marco Lemos has coordinated and participated in numerous national and international research projects involving academia and industry (>20M Eur), and he is the author of more than 150 scientific publications, as well as international patents, books, and book chapters.

Affiliations and expertise
Polytechnic Institute of Leiria, Portugal

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Carina Félix

Carina Félix is a researcher at the Marine and Environmental Sciences Centre (MARE) and the University of Leiria and Oeste. She holds a PhD in Biology, with a specialization in Microbiology, from the University of Aveiro. Her interdisciplinary research combines microbiology, plant pathology, marine biotechnology, and sustainable agriculture, with a particular focus on plant–pathogen interactions and the development of bio-based strategies for crop protection. Her current work explores the valorisation of marine resources, especially seaweed-derived bioactive compounds, to develop sustainable solutions for agriculture. She has coordinated and contributed to several national and international research and innovation projects and has experience in the supervision of PhD, MSc, and undergraduate students.

Affiliations and expertise
University of Leiria and Oeste, Portugal