Marine Biologically Active Compounds as Feed Additives

Dear Colleagues,

The purpose of this Special Issue is to publish high-quality research papers as well as review articles addressing the recent advances in the use of marine bioactives in animal nutrition. The marine environment constitutes a relatively untapped source of biologically active compounds that can be applied in various areas, such as improvement of animal performance, health maintenance, and diseases prevention. Numerous marine-based compounds isolated from marine organisms (algae, invertebrates, vertebrates, microorganisms) have diverse biological activities, such as antioxidative, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral, etc., that can be beneficial to animal health. Additionally, the application of marine bioactives as feed additives can increase the nutritional value of products of animal origin. The optimal use of marine resources in feeds/feed additives also requires their suitable processing, including the application of novel extraction techniques that will protect the bioactives from degradation. Topics concerning the development and the production of innovative, natural feed/feed additives that will improve animal health and performance are also welcomed.

Dr. Izabela Michalak
Guest Editor

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