Still unsure what Marine Biotechnology is all about?

Marine biotechnology is the application of biological, chemical, and engineering sciences to marine organisms, ecosystems, and resources. It spans discovery of novel marine bioactives, aquaculture biotechnology, climate resilience solutions, advanced biomaterials, environmental DNA, algal bioproducts, nutraceuticals, and bioprocessing technologies.

Marine biotechnology underpins the emerging blue economy, supporting sustainable industries in food and feed, environmental restoration, pharmaceuticals and nutraceuticals, animal health, and high-value biomanufacturing.

By linking research, commercialisation, Indigenous knowledge, policy, and industry, marine biotechnology plays a critical role in developing resilient coastal communities and low-impact growth sectors across Australia, Aotearoa New Zealand, and beyond.