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Biotechnological Potential of Ascidians: Wacky and Weird Sea Squirts
Author(s): Ramasamy Santhanam
- Publisher: Apple Academic Press
- Publication Date: September 14, 2025
- Edition: 1st
- Language: English
- Print length: 210 pages
- ISBN-10: 1774919885
- ISBN-13: 9781774919880
Book Description
As blue biotechnology―the application of science and technology to living aquatic organisms for the production of knowledge, goods, and services―is gaining momentum in recent decades, this volume provides needed and the state-of-the-art information on the biotechnological potential of the as-yet understudied world of ascidians (sea squirts) of the different seas and oceans.
It covers their biotechnological applications in the production and development of human food and as feed for aquatic farmed animals; for their therapeutic values from natural compounds in medicine; for their production of pure and high-quality cellulose that can be used in industrial products and by-products; for their bioremediating agents against marine pollution; as well as for their uses in bioethanol production.
Biotechnological Potential of Ascidians: Wacky and Weird Sea Squirts is a valuable resource for scientists and researchers as well as students and faculty in marine biology and fisheries science as well as for industry professionals looking into exploring new marine sources for the development of food, feed, drugs, fuel, and more.
Editorial Reviews
Review
“A valuable resource for teachers and students of fisheries science and marine biology in addition to serving as a valuable reference for researchers on ascidians. . . A timely contribution.”
―From the Foreword by S. Felix, PhD Dean, College of Fisheries Science, St. Devasahayam Institute of Fisheries Science & Technology, Enayam Post, Kanniyakumari Dist., TN, India
About the Author
Ramasamy Santhanam, PhD, is the former Dean of the Fisheries College and Research Institute, Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, India. With over 50 years of teaching and research experience, he serves as a fisheries expert for various government and nongovernment organizations in India and abroad. To his credit, Dr. Santhanam has 45 books on various aspects of marine life. He was a member of the American Fisheries Society, United States; World Aquaculture Society, United States; Global Fisheries Ecosystem Management Network (GFEMN), United States; and the IUCN’s Commission on Ecosystem Management, Switzerland.
