Authors

Jiameng Guo, Mei Qi, Hongyu Chen, Chengxu Zhou, Roger Ruan, Xiaojun Yan and Pengfei Cheng.

Abstract

In this research, the distribution characteristics of macroalgae and their unique bioactive applications in food, medicine and environmental remediation are mainly presented. Its functional ingredients and bioactive substances are enhancers in food production or drug development. The utilization of macroalgae resources together with the treatment of waste water and gases would provide a sustainable pathway for the production of bioactive substances.

Relevance of the article for the Red Tecnomifood

Macroalgae, as one of the important photosynthetic organisms in the marine environment, are widely used in various fields, particularly in food and pharmaceutical production. Given their wide distribution, easy accessibility, and high efficiency in carbon dioxide fixation through the carbon concentration mechanism, they can produce abundant nutrients or metabolites. Furthermore, macroalgae can assimilate nitrogen and phosphorus bases in wastewater purification and therefore accumulate high levels of bioactive substances.