Mapping & Modelling of Macroalgal Biomass availability; Unlocking the potential of coastal ecosystems for the sustainable development of marine bioresources, habitat protection and climate change mitigation.
To map & develop qualitative and quantitative models of marine biomass availabilityPI: Dr. Nessa O’Connor, Staff: Dr. Abby Gilson (PD)
Read MoreAquaculture food waste prevention and complete utilisation using a cascading approach
To achieve zero-waste approach for developed value chains. To design a microalgae-based cascading biorefinery process that converts aquaculture wastewater into omega-3 lipids and alternative proteins for use as a fishmeal substitute in aquaculture.PI: Dr. Ronald Halim, Staff: Fateme Saaditanavaz (PhD), Prof. Brijesh Tiwari
Read MoreNutramara: Validation of Green Extraction and Bioactivity of Marine β-Glucans and assessment of seaweed bioactives for Human Health Applications
This research aims to validate and optimize the green extraction of β-glucan and other marine bioactives from Irish seaweed, focusing on their health benefits and potential applications in skincare and functional nutrition. With the increasing demand for sustainable, bioactive-rich ingredients, this study seeks to enhance Nutramara’s green chemistry-based extraction process while evaluating the functional properties…
Read MoreFarm Zero C
Management – Reduce farm emissions on Shinagh estates dairy farm by 50-65% / Enteric Methane Mitigation – Trial combination of methane reducing feed additives at grazing and during housing. / Soil Health – Investigate soil health improvements, bio-stimulants and slurry separation for potential on Irish farms. / Social Science
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PI: Prof. Kevin O’Connor, Prof. Tommy Boland, Dr. William Burchill, Prof. Maeve Henchion Management: Reduce farm emissions on Shinagh estates dairy farm by 50-65% Staff: Padraig Walsh, Enda Buckley Enteric Methane Mitigation: Trial combination of methane reducing feed additives at grazing and during housing. Staff: Alan Kelly, Stafford Vigours, Karina Pierce, Zoe McKay, Aaron Casey…
Read MoreAdesco: More efficient, sustainable and environmentally friendly storage of cereal grains in temperate climates
To investigate the potential of organic acid preservation of feed ingredients for pigsPI: Prof. John O’Doherty, Staff: Shane Maher (PhD)
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