Swedish Algae Factory has designed a natural and sustainable personal care ingredient derived from microalgae. The ingredient has five distinct scientific-backed claims for multifunctional skin care
The sea serves as an inspiration for technology: robotic arms mimic the agility of octopuses, sonar communication systems mirror the efficiency of dolphins, and skyscraper designs draw on the resilience of sea sponges. Similarly, diatoms, with their extraordinary properties refined through lifetimes of evolution, offer a blueprint for innovation with their unique capabilities to retain moisture, absorb nutrients, and shield their DNA from pollution and UV radiation.
The question is, how can we harness these natural advantages? The challenge lies in utilizing these traits sustainably. Instead of replicating diatom structures, we could cultivate them, balancing innovation with sustainability without depleting their natural habitats.
Diatoms, a significant group of microalgae, play a vital role in global carbon fixation, producing one-fifth of the oxygen we breathe. Today, diatoms have an indispensable role in our survival and that of all other oxygen-breathing creatures, as we all depend on them indirectly. Diatoms are accountable for more than 40% of the world's oceanic photosynthesis. Without their presence, the ocean would fail to sustain its current level of life. In numerous freshwater ecosystems, diatoms serve as a crucial food and energy provider for various organisms.
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