Marine Microbial Biotechnologies 2021/2022

Expected skills: At the end of the course, students will have developed the following skills: - Understanding of the properties of marine microorganisms with application potential: bioproducts, biomaterials, bioprocesses - Knowledge of the principles of sustainability in the use of marine resources, including international protection protocols; - Knowledge of the biodiversity of marine microorganisms and their peculiarities. - Knowledge of the tools and methods for the study of microorganisms, product screening and process investigation. Themes: 1 Introduction to marine biotechnologies for the sustainable use of marine bio-resources 0.75 CFU The potential of marine microorganisms as inhabitants of a variable and sometimes extreme environment will be described. The potential refers to the opportunities to use bio-resources for the benefit of humans, animals and the environment in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, cosmetics, chemicals, the environment etc. 2 Bioprospecting and international protocols for environmental protection, regulation for the use of bio-resources. Information flow and value chain of products, materials and services. Intellectual property. Knowledge transfer and technology transfer. 0.25 CFU The international protocols (Nagoya Protocol) of environmental protection and all aspects related to bioprospecting (eg benefits sharing) will be brought to the attention of the student 3 Taxonomic and functional marine microbial biodiversity with a focus on the related application implications. Bioproducts, biomaterials and services from marine microorganisms 0.50-0.75 CFU The description of marine microbial diversity will be accompanied by study models that already have a standardized application in various sectors, their products and / or processes will be described, together with the pipelines leading from discovery / scientific result to commercialization. 4 Tools and methods for marine microbial biotechnology. 0.25-0.5 CFU The tools (including available technological platforms) and methods for the identification, screening of bioproducts and for the investigation of bioprocesses as potential services for the benefit of society will be described. Total 2 CFU = 16 hours