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How Significant Are Marine Invertebrate Collagens? Exploring Trends in Research and Innovation.

Mariana Almeida¹, Tiago Silva^2,3, Runar Gjerp Solstad⁴

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Marine invertebrate collagens show renewed research interest, driven by commercial demand. Key applications span regenerative medicine, cosmetics, and supplements, with Asia leading innovation.

Keywords:

application biomaterials blue biotechnology jellyfish molluscs patents sea cucumber sponges

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Area of Science:

Biomaterials Science
Marine Biotechnology
Biochemistry

Background:

Research on marine invertebrate collagens dates back to the 1970s, with a resurgence in interest around 2008.
Increased commercial interest in marine-derived biomolecules has fueled recent R&D.
Significant research activity is reported from China and Japan.

Purpose of the Study:

To review research, innovation, and technological breakthroughs in marine invertebrate collagens.
To identify key marine invertebrate sources and their applications.
To analyze market trends and future potential of marine collagens.

Main Methods:

Literature review and co-word analysis of scientific publications.
Analysis of patent landscapes and technological innovations.
Market trend analysis based on product launches and industry reports.

Main Results:

Cnidarians (jellyfish), echinoderms (sea cucumbers, sea urchins), molluscs (squid, cuttlefish), and sponges are key research groups.
Top applications include regenerative medicine, hydrolysate properties, and biological/biochemical studies.
Jellyfish collagen is globally prominent, with Asia focusing on molluscs and sea cucumbers.

Conclusions:

Asia leads in research and patents, particularly for jellyfish, mollusc, and sea cucumber collagens.
Europe shows broader taxonomic exploration despite fewer patents.
Key applications are in medical, dental, toiletry, food, cosmetic, and supplement sectors, with growing demand in personalized nutrition.