Marine Biotechnology for Healthcare by Kumar, Maushmi S.; Daverey, Achlesh; Joshi, Sanket;

Long description:

Marine Biotechnology for Healthcare: Advances and Biomedical Applications offers a comprehensive exploration of recent research and advancements within marine biotechnology, with a particular focus on healthcare applications. The book identifies and elaborates on various marine compounds, delving into their sources and potential in the biomedical industry. Organized into four sections, it provides a structured approach to the subject matter. The first section provides an overview of marine biotechnology and identifies potential sources of marine compounds. The second and third sections discuss marine-based nutraceuticals, functional foods, and bioactive compounds as therapeutic agents. The fourth section explores the application of marine components in the biomedical industry, examining their use in biosensors, medical implants, diagnostic kits, and biomaterials preparation. This resource is invaluable for professionals engaged in marine biotechnology and the development of marine-derived compounds.

• Explores where marine organisms and their compounds can be sourced, identified, extracted, and utilized for the benefit of human health
• Offers insights on the use of marine compounds as nutraceuticals and therapeutic agents for various diseases
• Discusses marine biotechnology and its application in the healthcare and biomedical sectors

Table of Contents:

SECTION I SOURCES OF MARINE BIOTECHNOLOGY
1. Marine Biotechnology - Definition, Tools, Studies, Exploitation, Utilization and Research Areas
2. Microbial and Fungal Bioprospecting through Omics-Driven Approaches
3. Improving the Role of Microalgae in Carbon Capture
4. Seaweeds and Their Compounds to Combat Bacterial Invasion and Phytopathogens
5. Farming of Marine Sponges: Future Trends in Marine Biotechnology
6. Marine Biotechnology: Exploration of Novel Marine Biologicals

SECTION II MARINE BASED-NUTRACEUTICALS AND FUNCTIONAL FOODS
7. Supremacy of Marine-Derived Probiotics and Carbohydrate-Based Prebiotics
8. Marine Enzymes - Production, Scale Up and Applications
9. Future Ocean Resources: Vitamins and Minerals
10. Marine Invertebrates’ Antioxidant Proteins and Peptides and their Bio-Functionalities
11. Past, Present, And Future Aspects of Human Health Gain from Marine-Based Nutraceuticals and Related Medicaments
12. Marine Cosmeceuticals: The Untapped Potential of Oceanic Beauty Solutions

SECTION III MARINE BIOACTIVE COMPOUNDS AS THERAPEUTIC AGENTS
13. Seaweed-Associated Heterotrophic Bacteria - Novel Sources of Antimicrobial and Antiviral Agents
14. Discovery of Pharmaceutical Compounds from Oceanic Sources: Successes and Challenges
15. Dealing With Marine Disease Outbreaks and Their Impact on Human Health During a Time of Rapid Environmental Change
16. Extraction of Bioactive Compounds from Marine Origin for Skin Care and Anti-Ageing Potential
17. Marine Natural Products to Promote Wound Healing and Regeneration
18. The Significance of Biosynthetic Pathways in Uncovering the Bioactive Potential of Marine Organisms for Drug Discovery

SECTION IV MARINE COMPONENTS IN BIOMEDICAL INDUSTRY
19. Treasure from Marine Ecosystem- Biomaterials, Bio Inks and 3D-Bioprinting
20. Use of Marine Natural Products - A Newer Trend in the Development of Medical Implants
21. Current Advances and Controversies in the Therapeutic Use of Fish Oil: Theme Revisited
22. Marine Polysaccharides - A Novel Approach in Drug Delivery System
23. Relationship Between Structure of Marine Biomaterials and Their Gene Delivery Function
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