Marinova had also been “inundated with requests from Japan [where fucoidan is well-established] as they are concerned about their own seaweed supply due to possible radioactive contamination”, revealed business development manager Kevin Krail.
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Algae-based fuels a growing business in New Mexico
Posted On: January 22, 2012Sapphire Energy Inc., which uses a proprietary process to turn algae oil into renewable gasoline to replace fossil fuels at the pump, broke ground last June on a 300-acre commercial demonstration facility in Columbus.
In Hobbs, in the heart of southeast New Mexico’s oil patch, Massachusetts-based Joule Unlimited Inc. broke ground this fall on a five-acre site that will use concentrating-solar biorefineries to extract ethanol and diesel from bacteria in salt-water mixed with carbon dioxide.
From Issue 15 • Categories: Tags: algae, alternative energy, Aquapreneur, biofuel, bioprocessing, fucoidans, functional ingredients, Joule Unlimited Inc., marine biopolymer, marine biotechnology, microalgae, Sapphire Energy Inc., seaweed, sustainable • No Comments
Marinova reports two clinical studies in pipeline
Posted On: November 7, 2011Marinova has some exciting news to report in the area of new clinical trials. Reflecting a commitment to developing novel fucoidan compounds with proven therapeutic efficacy, they have just commenced two new clinical trials. These two studies will investigate the potential of Maritech® fucoidan in the following clinical settings:
• Osteoarthritis and Inflammation
This is a large multi-site trial, directly commissioned by Marinova, to assess the ability of Maritech® fucoidan to reduce the symptoms of osteoarthritis. The trial is double randomised, placebo controlled and – in addition to pain score testing – serum samples will be tested for several key markers of inflammation. This study is being conducted at Southern Cross University (Australia) and results are expected in the second quarter of 2012.
• Integrative Oncology
At two centres in Australia, cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy for breast cancer will take Maritech® fucoidan. The levels of chemotherapy drug in serum will be measured to assess the effects of fucoidan, including any interactions with the chemotherapy drug. Indicators of pain and improvements in quality of life will also be assessed. This study is being conducted in conjunction with the University of Tasmania and is scheduled for completion at the end of 2013.
From Issue 15 • Categories: Tags: algae, biofuel, fucoidans, functional ingredients, marine biotechnology, marine ingredient, marine ingredients, marine natural product, Marinova, seaweed • No Comments
Marinova reporting growth for fucoidan products in US, Asia
Posted On: May 6, 2011Australian biotech firm Marinova has reported “exceptional” demand in the US and Asia for its fucoidans, bioactives from brown seaweed researchers believe could help to explain the health and longevity of the Japanese.While fucoidans were relatively new entrants to the US market, there was a “small but growing” body of science about their benefits, covering everything from anti-viral and anti-inflammatory effects to stem cell modulation, Marinova told NutraIngredients-USA.com.
From Issue 14 • Categories: Tags: algae, Aquapreneur, fucoidans, functional ingredients, marine ingredients, Marinova, microalgae, nutraceutical, seafood byproducts, seaweed • No Comments
Clinical Study Details Available: Efficacy of Fucoxanthin on the Prevention of Obesity
Posted On: May 6, 2011Carotenoids have been shown to have beneficial health effects such as pro-vitamin A activity, immune response modulation and anti carcinogenic activity. People consuming diets rich in carotenoids from natural foods, such as fruits and vegetables, are healthier and have lower mortality from a number of chronic illnesses. (cite: Functional food science and defence against reactive oxidative species, British Journal of Nutrition 1998, 80, Suppl. 1, S77–S112).
Fucoxanthin is a major marine carotenoid found in edible seaweeds such as Undaria pinnatifida, commonly known as Wakame. Fucoxanthin also has anti-carcinogenic effects, apoptotic effects in cancer cells, anti-inflammatory effects and radical scavenging activity.
From Issue 14 • Categories: Tags: algae, Aquapreneur, fucoidans, fucoxanthin, functional ingredients, marine biotechnology, marine ingredients, obesity • No Comments
Seaweed fiber and weight loss
Posted On: April 27, 2011A study conducted by researchers at the University Research & Development in Vlaardingen, Netherlands, has revealed that seaweed reduces the appetite and makes one slim. According to the study, adding seaweed extract alginate to a chocolate milkshake reduces hunger among people by nearly 30 per cent. The details of the study have been published in the journal Obesity.
The researchers, for the study recruited a group of 23 healthy volunteers. These volunteers consumed drink containing various levels of alginate in place of a meal. They reported that their levels of hunger reduced and over the next five hours they felt fullness. Moreover, the alginate didn’t alter the flavor of the shake. The participants said that it was just as pleasant as the real thing.
According to the researchers, alginate turns into a gel in the acidic environment of the stomach, and the calcium adds to the gel’s thickness which creates a feeling of fullness, as well as holds food in the stomach for longer.
From Issue 14 • Categories: Tags: algae, alginate, Aquapreneur, brown seaweed, fucoidans, functional ingredients, marine biotechnology, nutraceutical, obesity, seafood byproducts, seaweed • No Comments
Phase I and II open-label study of seaweed extract shows potential as an immune modulator
Posted On: February 24, 2011Background: Isolated fucoidans from brown marine algae have been shown to have a range of anti-inflammatory effects.
Purpose: This present study tested a Maritech® extract formulation, containing a blend of extracts from three different species of brown algae, plus nutrients in an open label combined phase I and II pilot scale study to determine both acute safety and efficacy in osteoarthritis of the knee.
Results & Conclusions: Eleven participants completed 12 weeks and one completed 10 weeks of the study. Using a multilevel linear model, the average COAT score was reduced by 18% for the 100 mg treatment and 52% for the 1000 mg dose at the end of the study. There was a clear dose response effect seen between the two treatments (P≤0.0005) on the average COAT score and each of the four COAT subscales (pain, stiffness, difficulty with physical activity and overall symptom severity) (P≤0.05).
The seaweed extract nutrient complex when taken orally over twelve weeks decreased the symptoms of osteoarthritis in a dose-dependent manner. It was demonstrated to be safe to use over the study period at the doses tested. The efficacy of the preparation now needs to be demonstrated in a phase III randomized controlled trial (RCT).
Citation: Myers, SP, O’Connor, J, Fitton, JH, Brooks, LO, Rolfe, MI, Connellan, PA, Wohlmuth, H, Cheras, PA & Morris, CA 2010, ‘A combined phase I and II open label study on the effects of a seaweed extract nutrient complex on osteoarthritis’, Biologics: Targets and Therapy, vol. 4, pp. 33-44.
From Issue 13 • Categories: Tags: algae, Aquapreneur, fucoidans, marine ingredient, marine ingredients, Maritech, nutraceutical, seaweed • No Comments
DKSH to provide market expansion services to Algea
Posted On: February 17, 2011DKSH’s Business Unit Performance Materials, a leading specialty chemicals and food ingredients distributor, will offer its Market Expansion Services to Algea, the world’s largest producer of seaweed products. Under this exclusive distribution agreement, DKSH will globally support Algea’s market expansion in France, India, Thailand, the Philippines, Vietnam, Taiwan, and China. Thanks to DKSH’s excellent industry network and credentials as a first-class service provider, the Swiss-based company was selected to market Algea’s high-quality seaweed products.
Algea is based in Norway and started to manufacture seaweed products in 1937, harvest Arctic Ascophyllum Nodosum, and supply unique seaweed products to various industries, including human consumption, animal feed, and agriculture. Algea food products are natural phytocomplexes of fucoidans, alginates, iodine, vitamins, minerals, and trace elements from Norwegian Ascophyllum Nodosum. The ingredients are provided for functional food and food supplements and have polyvalent impacts on human health since they contain elements like fucoidans, iodine, alginates, vitamins, and minerals. A noteworthy attribute of the product is the unique and sustainable harvesting method utilized by Algea, guaranteeing that only fresh and contamination free seaweed is used for production.
From Issue 13 • Categories: Tags: algae, Algea, alginate, Aquapreneur, Ascophyllum Nodosum, biomaterials, fucoidans, functional ingredients, marine biotechnology, seaweed • No Comments
Study Reveals that Seaweed and Scallop Capsules May Aid Weight Loss
Posted On: December 1, 2010Bioactive capsules made from brown seaweed lipids and omega-3 rich scallop by-products may reduce body weight and fat mass, according to a new research in mice.
The effects of omega-3 from scallop by-products and fucoxanthin from wakame seaweed can be combined to produce significant reductions in body weight and white adipose tissue, suggests the study published in the Journal of Food Science.
“These results suggest that incorporation of wakame seaweed lipids into scallop-derived phospholipids by means of capsulation may lead to an additive increase in the anti-obesity properties of these bioactive lipids,” concluded the Japanese researchers, led by Tomoko Okada from Department of Food Science at Obihiro University of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine.
The authors said that since that both fucoxanthin and omega-3 fatty acids show encouraging anti-obesity activity, the incorporation of wakame seaweed lipids into omega-3 rich phospholipids could enhance the benefits for fat metabolism and weight loss.
From Issue 12 • Categories: Tags: Aquapreneur, fucoidans, fucoxanthin, functional ingredients, marine extract, marine ingredient, marine ingredients, nutraceutical, omega 3, seafood byproducts, seaweed • 1 Comment
NP Nutra produces new potent brown seaweed extract (Fucoidan P.E. 85 Percent)
Posted On: October 7, 2010NP Nutra reports that they have produced a new potent brown seaweed extract called Fucoidan P.E. 85 Percent. Fucoidan (Laminaria japonica) is found primarily in the cell walls of several species of brown seaweed, such as kombu, limu moui, hijiki and bladderwrack. Lending a slippery texture to these sea plants, Fucoidan provides protection for them in even high sunlight and harsh environments.
NP Nutra’s Fucoidan extract is particularly rich in U-fucoidan. “Although many seaweed species contain U-fucoidan, we have produced a very high ratio product of U-fucoidan/total fucoidan,” said Thomas Walton, managing director of NP Nutra.
From Issue 12 • Categories: Tags: algae, Aquapreneur, brown seaweed, fucoidans, functional ingredients, Laminaria japonica, marine ingredients, marine natural product, seafood byproducts, seaweed • No Comments
Seaweed Company in Stornoway has won the Crown Estates Marine Business Award for seaweed venture, creating nearly 40 jobs in the Isle of Lewis in five years
Posted On: August 16, 2010The Hebridean Seaweed Company in Stornoway has won the Crown Estates Marine Business Award for a venture that has created nearly 40 jobs in the Isle of Lewis in just five years. The company has agreements in place with the Crown Estate, which owns 70% of Britain’s coastline, and local private estates to exclusively harvest seaweed throughout the Western Isles.
It also works closely with Scottish Natural Heritage to ensure the seaweed harvesting is sustainable and environmentally friendly.The company employs eight people in its factory, although a further 36 jobs have been created in harvesting and hauling the crop. The end product is utilised in a variety of ways ranging from soil enhancement to shampoos, soaps, and body washes.
From Issue 11 • Categories: Tags: algae, Aquapreneur, cosmeceuticals, cosmetics, fucoidans, functional ingredients, marine ingredient, marine ingredients, nutraceutical, seafood byproducts • No Comments
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