Research Measure: Industry
Funding Type: HEA IOTI STRAND III
Funding Year: 2008
Project Duration: 36 Months
Project Type: Project-Based
Total Grant-Aid: €399,885
Lead Partner: Waterford Institute of Technology
Project Summary:
The ‘SEAFEED’ biodiscovery project will mine seaweed for antimicrobial, anti-infective and prebiotic activity and validate the safety and efficacy of the most promising extracts/bio-molecules in pig-feeding trials. The aim is to develop scientifically-validated bioactive feed additives from sustainable seaweed sources with the potential to achieve the health and performance targets necessary for cost-effective production in the absence of in-feed antibiotics. This research will therefore enhance competitiveness and sustainability of the agri-food and marine sectors.
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