The 1st International Congress on Algae Biotechnology brings together a dynamic mix of researchers, industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and policymakers to shape the future of algae innovation. Organized by PROALGA and GreenCoLab, this transformative event will explore groundbreaking advancements and practical applications of algae in sustainability, health, and industry. Over three action-packed days in the city of Lisbon, attendees will delve into the latest research, discover disruptive technologies, and network with pioneers shaping the algae ecosystem.
ICAB goes beyond scientific lectures and presentations, also offering social and networking moments. The event aims to provide an enriching and dynamic experience. This experience includes a visit to the innovative Allmicroalgae, a social dinner at the Beer Museum for a more relaxed atmosphere, sessions dedicated to literary works for the public, and also a gastronomic experience with products developed under the Algae Vertical project by the co-promoters involved.
WISSI has the freshness of the oceans in all its flavours and is unique in Portugal in collecting sea vegetables. In a symbiotic relationship of respect and commitment between the diver and Mother Nature, WISSI raises awareness and helps to improve the ecological footprint.
PhytoBloom – Microalgae by Necton is one of the leading companies in the production and cultivation of microalgae, specialising in freshwater and marine cultures. Located in the south of Portugal, it stands out for its mastery of various cultivation systems, from open to closed, guaranteeing innovation and quality at every stage of the process.
Allmicroalgae is looking to expand microalgae’s benefits to various industries, such as food, nutrition, agriculture, and cosmetics. With a production and innovation unit in Leiria, Portugal, the company is only at the beginning of its journey to explore microalgae’s potential.
SUMOL COMPAL, founded in 1945, is a leading Portuguese company in non-alcoholic beverages, present in more than 50 countries. It stands out for its innovation, sustainability and valorisation of fruit, from production to the end consumer.
Restaurant CHECK-In Faro, led by starred chef Leonel Pereira, offers a gastronomic experience inspired by travelling, combining reinvented classics, innovation and research, with a strong commitment to seasonality, sustainability and a special emphasis on seafood.
Colab4Food is a non-profit organisation that drives sustainable food innovation, connecting academia and industry to develop functional ingredients, nutritional formulations, advanced packaging and circular processes, with a focus on consumer health and well-being.
The Instituto Superior de Agronomia (ISA) is a benchmark in scientific research applied to agricultural, environmental and food sciences. With a strong commitment to innovation and sustainability, it develops projects of excellence in areas such as agriculture, biodiversity, biotechnology and natural resources, contributing to the advancement of knowledge and the response to global challenges.
GreenCoLab – Green Ocean Technologies and Products Collaborative Laboratory, a non-profit organization, bridges academia and industry for research & innovation focused on algae’s sustainable applications.
Your registration includes access to all plenary and technical sessions, scheduled coffee breaks and lunches, the welcome reception, and the congress dinner*, as outlined in the program. Additionally, you will receive congress materials and a certificate of attendance.
*if you want to take a companion who is not registered for the congress, please contact the organization.
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School Libraries Network, Ministry of Education
Liliana Martins Silva has been working at the Coordinating Office of the School Libraries Network, Ministry of Education, since 2017 and is actively engaged as a trainer in the fields of Citizenship and Sustainability. From 1994 to 2017, she taught Philosophy and Psychology at the secondary education level, holding various positions, including school librarian. She holds a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree in Philosophy from the Faculty of Letters of the University of Lisbon.
Secretary of State
Maritime Affairs Portuguese Republic
Born on the Azores archipelago, led her career advocating for the ocean.
Multidisciplinary team leader with a large background in the media.
She holds a degree in Communication Sciences, from Nova University of Lisbon and a postgraduate in Administrative Law of the Sea from Lisbon University.
Former member of the Portuguese Parliament, where she was rapporteur for more than thirty European maritime initiatives and worked on the first law that established the Bases to Planning and Management of the National Maritime Space, in which Portugal was the pioneer.
She had been writing about the ocean for 30 years, including literary short stories.
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