The objective of this project (2.21.003) is to provide fundamental information needed to further develop a Durvillaea (Bull Kelp) aquaculture industry in New Zealand. This project will be primarily focus on the endemic species D. poha and D. antarctica. This [...]
The Australian seaweed industry is currently limited despite an increasing demand for seaweed products. One product of high demand is alginate-saturated kelp which is utilised by agricultural, food, medicinal and pharmaceutical companies. Because of low local production, most of these [...]
Bull kelp (Durvillaea spp.) is a strong option for offshore cultivation due to its ability to tolerate high wave energy and produce high levels of alginates. However, basic biological information required for its cultivation (reproduction, early lifecycle development and [...]
Jeff completed his BSc (Hons) at the University of Wollongong, studying chemical defences in marine sponges. He then completed his PhD at the University of New South Wales in 2000 where he studied seaweed ecology and chemical defences. After his [...]
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