New platform creates digital map for marine biobanks
CIIMAR has launched the Blue Biobanks Digital Research Platform to centralize access to Portugal's marine biological resources. The platform aims to connect scientific research with industries like biotechnology, health, and cosmetics.
Why it matters
Centralizing marine data facilitates sustainable innovation and economic growth within the 'Blue Economy' sector.
by CIIMAR - Interdisciplinary Centre of Marine and Environmental Research
edited by Lisa Lock , reviewed by Andrew Zinin
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Add as preferred source There are five biobanks already available on the Blue Biobanks Digital Research Platform. Credit: CIIMAR - Interdisciplinary Centre of Marine and Environmental Research A new digital platform developed under the leadership of CIIMAR is making Portugal's marine biodiversity more accessible by bringing together thousands of biological resources into a single access point. The Blue Biobanks Digital Research Platform aims to bridge scientific research and industry by simplifying the identification of organisms and biological materials with potential applications in areas such as biotechnology, bioremediation, aquaculture, health, cosmetics and many others.
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