Relevance of Natural Bioresources and Their Application in Pharmaceutical, Food and Environment

Abstract

It has been established that many natural bioresources are capable of biodegradation and sustainable renewable to meet up with the growing demand for food, biofuel, bioactive molecules, animal feed, and other essential materials like shelter and biofiber. With the growing rate of human population across the globe, there is a serious need to diversify the economy from the over-reliance on fossil form of energy and income to a more sustainable bio-based economy. The concept of bio-based economy utilizes natural bioresources from marine organisms, plants, animals, microorganisms, biowastes and ocean deposits that are in excess abundance for conversion to value-added products. Hence, this chapter intends to provide detailed information on the relevance of Natural bioresources and their application in pharmaceuticals, food and environment.