Florida sargassum could become food, researchers say
FIU, FSU and FAU scientists study seaweed's potential as a source of food-grade ingredients.
FIU, FSU and FAU scientists study seaweed's potential as a source of food-grade ingredients.
FAU Research Professor Brian Lapointe spoke about sargassum's negative impacts and positive uses at a recent lecture.
Sargassum is declining in the region where it was first reported by Christopher Columbus in the 15th century.
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