Award, Credits and Certification
You will earn 3 ECTS + an official certificate of attendance
Course Description
Blue Bioeconomy: Algae for Food Innovation is a blended international challenge (ABC) that brings together students to explore how algae and other aquatic biomass can be used to create sustainable food ingredients. Through teamwork, expert mentoring, and hands-on activities, students will develop innovative ideas and practical solutions to real-world challenges in the algae-based food sector. The course combines online sessions with an in-person mobility component and is open to both undergraduate and postgraduate students interested in food innovation, biotechnology, sustainability, and the bioeconomy.
Duration and Timeline:
- Course components and contact hours:16 hrs. asynchronous online, 30 hrs. onsite
- Online component: 07, 14, 21 and 28 JANUARY 2026, 14H-18H (PORTUGAL TIME)
- On-site component: 02-06 FEBRUARY 2026 ( it will take place: SANTARÉM, Portugal)
Course Type : Applied Blended Challenge (ABC) Program
What You’ll Gain:
Interdisciplinary knowledge
● marine biotechnology, circular food systems and consumer’s engagement.
Professional skills
● Address real-world challenges related to the limited integration of algae into mainstream foods by stimulating awareness and critical thinking around consumer expectations, sustainable sourcing, and innovative product development using aquatic biomass
Community engagement & collaboration
● xLearn to collaborate in an interdisciplinary environment between academy and industry
Reflection & personal development
● understand the potential of microalgae and seaweed as a sustainable and functional ingredient for blue bioeconomy innovation
Who Should Attend:
Students from ACE2-EU universities
Open to fields: Food science and technology, Gastronomic Sciences, Biotechnology, Nutrition, Sustainability and circular bioeconomy
For those students motivated to work in interdisciplinary and multicultural teams, develop innovative solutions to real-world challenges, and engage in applied learning experiences related to blue bioeconomy and algae-based food innovation.
Deadline for applications
Apply here: https://forms.gle/TsG1ekEscsL5LNWF6
A notification of acceptance to participate will be sent to successful applicants
Questions? Contact:
email: joana.ferreira@esa.ipsantarem.pt
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