Norway's exports products derived from from tangle kelp (Laminoria hyperborea) and knotted kelp (Ascophyllum nodosu) to the tune of more than NOK 1 billion a year. The industry mainly extracts ...

Encapsulating cells—both prokaryotic and eukaryotic—allows researchers to carry out experiments in hydrated environments over prolonged periods of time. However, cell growth under these conditions can ...

Every year, thousands of tons of brown algae are extracted from the seabed to obtain compounds such as alginates, a polymer composed of sugars that has high density and strength, offering potential ...

I love diving into the technical mechanics of food. Today, I wanted to test one of the most famous creations in modern ...

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) affects millions worldwide, causing symptoms like heartburn, regurgitation, and discomfort, often impacting quality of life. Traditional treatments have included ...

Infants with frequent regurgitation associated with marked distress have a trial of alginate therapy if first‑line management is unsuccessful. By reacting with acidic gastric contents, the alginate ...

Researchers have developed modified alginate hydrogels that can endure the growth of bacteria, allowing them to synthesize important enzymes. Encapsulating cells -- both prokaryotic and eukaryotic -- ...