Michelle Magriet Marchan Gonzalez
(Laboratory of Marine Biochemistry and Ecotoxicology, Department of Earth and Marine Sciences, DiSTeM, University of Palermo, Via Barlotta 4, 91100 Trapani, Italy)
The invasive blue crab in the Mediterranean presents an environmental challenge and a valuable resource. Blue crab biomass can be valorized through the extraction of bioactive compounds like chitin, chitosan, and astaxanthin. Chitin and chitosan have potential applications in food packaging and preservation due to their film-forming and antimicrobial properties. Astaxanthin, a potent antioxidant, has nutraceutical value with potential health benefits. Additionally, protein hydrolysates derived from blue crab waste can be used as natural emulsifiers and water-holding agents in food applications. This approach promotes sustainable waste management in the seafood and nutraceutical industry, contributing to the blue circular economy by maximizing resource utilization and minimizing waste.
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Michelle Marchan
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Michelle Magriet Marchan Gonzalez
(Laboratory of Marine Biochemistry and Ecotoxicology, Department of Earth and Marine Sciences, DiSTeM, University of Palermo, Via Barlotta 4, 91100 Trapani, Italy)
Andrea Santulli
(University of Palermo)
Concetta Maria Messina
(University of Palermo)
Frederic Debeaufort
(University of Burgundy - Joint Unit PAM (Food Processing and Microbiology))
Frédéric Debeaufort
(Université Bourgogne Franche-Comté, Institut Agro, Université Bourgogne, INRAE, UMR PAM 1517, 21000, Dijon, France)
Laura La Barbera
(Istituto di Biologia Marina, Consorzio Universitario della Provincia di Trapani, Via G. Barlotta 4, 91100 Trapani, Italy)
Nicola Francesca
(University of Palermo)
Rosaria Arena
(University of Palermo)
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