Conference Fosters Connection in Growing Seaweed Industry

A recent conference at UC Berkeley brought together over 100 scientists, entrepreneurs, and policymakers to explore the growing potential of the seaweed industry. Hosted by the International Bioeconomy Macroalgae Center (IBMC), the event highlighted how seaweed can contribute to climate resilience, sustainable materials, and local economies through cross-sector collaboration. “Everyone in this room recognizes seaweed’s massive potential, but the field of seaweed research is very fragmented and siloed,” said Plant and Microbial Biology professor John Coates, who serves as co-director of the IBMC and director of the Energy & Biosciences Institute at UC Berkeley. “We’re excited to bring key players together to create community, and to learn about new technologies, challenges, and potential solutions. We’re also here to learn more about the marketplace and foster potential partnerships.”

Read more about the conversations and innovations shared at the event here.

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