WORKSHOP
“Marine-Derived & Algae Materials: Ocean-Based Materials for Carbon Storage & Biodegradable Manufacturing”
We bring together leading academic scientists and researchers!
December 8th, 2026 1pm - 5pm
Scope of the event
Marine-derived materials such as algae fibers, seaweed composites, and mussel-shell biominerals offer biodegradable and carbon-sequestering alternatives for construction, textiles, and packaging.
This workshop explores biofabrication from marine biomass, structural performance, and supply chain scalability.
The objective is to unlock the potential of ocean-based resources in sustainable material systems.
Key Takeaways & Outputs
• Processing algae and seaweed fibers
• Carbon sequestration and lifecycle metrics
• Textile and construction applications
• Marine ecosystem sustainability
• Certification and international standards
• Commercialization pathways
Agenda & Speakers
13:00–13:05 — Introduction & Objectives
Organizer
• Research policy in a changing global context
• Objectives and expected outcomes
13:05–13:35 — Evolution of Research Policy and Mission-Oriented Funding
Academia: N.N.
• Mission-oriented innovation frameworks
• Policy-driven research priorities
13:35–14:05 — Marine Biomaterials Science
Speaker (Academy): Prof. Alejandro R. Hernandez — University of California Santa Barbara
14:05–14:35 — Textile & Construction Applications
Industry Speaker: Founder, Algiknit
14:35–14:45 — Break
14:45–15:15 — Biomineralization & Structural Materials
Speaker (Academia): Prof. Pupa Gilbert — University of Wisconsin–Madison
15:15–15:45 — Environmental Governance & Ocean Policy
Speaker: Representative, United Nations Environment Programme
15:45–16:15 — Investment & Blue Economy Strategies
16:15–16:55 — Panel Discussion & Strategic Alignment
Concluding remarks
Registration
Deadlines:
Early-Bird: until July 15th, 2026
Registration : until September 5th, 2026
The registration takes place online by filling out the form.
The registration and access to the virtual room for workshop is effective only if the fees payment has been confirmed.
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Prices* :
Industry: 150 € (early bird**: 125 €)
Academy: 125 € (early bird**: 100 €)
Students***: 90 € (early bird**: 75 €)
* Note that prices are subject to VAT (for European countries, except Germany, provide the VAT number of your organisation to be within the VAT reverse framework payment).
** Until November 15th, 2020
*** Copy of the registration certificate (Ph.D, undergraduates)
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