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Aurora Silva1,2, Sofia A Silva3, M Carpena1
1Nutrition and Bromatology Group, Department of Analytical and Food Chemistry, Faculty of Food Science and Technology, University of Vigo, Ourense Campus, E32004 Ourense, Spain.
Antibiotics (Basel, Switzerland)
|September 30, 2020
Summary
Macroalgae offer promising natural antimicrobial compounds due to rising resistant microorganisms. Novel green extraction technologies efficiently recover these bioactive molecules for diverse applications.
Area of Science:
- Marine Biology
- Natural Product Chemistry
- Biotechnology
Background:
- Growing demand for natural antimicrobials driven by consumer preference and antimicrobial resistance.
- Macroalgae are a rich source of bioactive compounds with demonstrated antimicrobial properties.
- Traditional consumption and known nutritional profiles highlight macroalgae's potential.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the antimicrobial potential of macroalgae.
- To identify key bioactive compounds responsible for antimicrobial activity.
- To explore novel green extraction technologies for efficient compound recovery.
Main Methods:
- Literature review focusing on macroalgae, bioactive compounds, extraction techniques, and applications.
- Emphasis on novel extraction methods like supercritical, ultrasound, microwave, and pulsed electric fields.
- Analysis of antibacterial and antifungal data from various studies.
Main Results:
- Macroalgae yield diverse bioactive molecules including proteins, peptides, polysaccharides, polyphenols, and pigments.
- Novel green extraction techniques offer efficient, sustainable recovery of these compounds.
- Extracted compounds show significant antibacterial and antifungal activities.
Conclusions:
- Macroalgae represent a valuable resource for natural antimicrobial agents.
- Advanced green extraction technologies are crucial for unlocking their full potential.
- Applications span food, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and advanced materials.
Keywords:
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