Asia-Pacific Society of Marine Biotechnology
Advancing marine biotechnology research and industry development across the Asia-Pacific region
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Conferences
Asia Pacific Marine Biotechnology Conferences bringing together researchers, industry, and policy makers
Special Issue
APMBC2023 Special Issue of Marine Biotechnology showcasing cutting-edge research and innovations
A special issue of Marine Biotechnology was released including papers from the 2023 Marine Biotechnology Conference. This collection showcases cutting-edge research and innovations in marine biotechnology from leading researchers across the Asia-Pacific region.
View Special IssueConference Leadership
Leading the way in marine biotechnology research and industry development
Professor Wei Zhang
Conference Chair and Convenor
Investment Industry and Policy Forum
The 13th APMBC and 5th ANZMBS conference are combining to engage marine biotechnologists, industry, investors, and policy makers in current marine biotechnology research, and industry development in the Asia-Pacific region.
This is the first time the APMBC will be held in the Australia/New Zealand region. The combination of Australian and New Zealand marine territories makes it the second largest in the world and the largest in the Asia-Pacific region, with a rich biodiversity.
This provides a great opportunity to participate in the growth and future development of the marine biotechnology industry in the region and globally.
A key objective of the joint Conference is to encourage academic-industry partnerships across the region. A key feature of the conference program will be the balance of academic and industry participants.
The program also offers industry, investment and policy forums to align industry needs and government priorities with productive collaborations and research and development essential for achieving industry's full potential.
Roundtables
Expert discussions on key topics shaping the future of marine biotechnology
Blue Carbon
When protected or restored, blue carbon ecosystems sequester and store carbon. When degraded or destroyed, these ecosystems emit the carbon they have stored for centuries into the atmosphere and oceans and become sources of greenhouse gases. Experts estimate that as much as 1.02 billion tons of carbon dioxide are being released annually from degraded coastal ecosystems, which is equivalent to 19% of emissions from tropical deforestation globally. The round table will discuss practical initiatives that could be implemented and accelerated.
Blue Agriculture
The Growing Consumer Interest about the Source of Their Food and Agricultural Inputs Used In Them Can Lead To a Significant Boost in Demand for Seaweed Bio-Fertilizers in the Forthcoming Years. Seaweed bio-stimulants are a source of oligo-elements such as cytokinesis, auxins, gibberellins, amino acids, and complex sugars, and they are also high in inorganic elements like nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, and iron. These vital nutritional ingredients ensure the nutrition seaweed needs, enhancing the world's Seaweed Bio-fertilizers market's economic growth over the next few years.
Marine Biomanufacturing
Biopharmaceutical companies face greater challenges than ever before when developing new large molecule and small molecule products. Therapeutic targets in the pipeline are increasing due to the rise in mRNA, specialized medicines, oncology treatments, orphan indications, and more. The new development in marine biomanufacturing could bring an added value to the existing sector. The round table will discuss the new discoveries.
Cellular Mariculture
Cellular mariculture is the process of producing animal-based foods and other products directly from marine organism's cells and could be a valid and sustainable source of alternative proteins. The development of cellular mariculture is motivated by the need to develop a sustainable food production system, addressing the overuse of antibiotics, food and water safety, environmental footprint, and animal welfare.
Partners & Sponsors
Collaborating with leading institutions and organizations to advance marine biotechnology
Flinders University
BioMarine
Blue Forward Fund
Taiheiyo Cement
About
Learn more about the Asia-Pacific Marine Biotechnology Association, our mission, and our commitment to advancing marine biotechnology research and industry development.
Membership
Join our community of researchers, industry professionals, and policy makers working together to shape the future of marine biotechnology in the Asia-Pacific region.