What a remarkable success! ✨🐡
The 2nd VALIAS Workshop, held on June 26, 2025, at the Multimedia Amphitheatre, NTUA Library in Athens, brought together changemakers in marine sustainability, circular economy and innovative product development.
We dove deep into the potential of invasive marine species — not as threats, but as valuable resources for aquafeed, functional foods, cosmetics and even fashion!
🌟 Session Highlights:
✅ Overview of the VALIAS Project – Sofia Papadaki (PRINSUS)
✅ Sustainable Aquafeeds – Ioannis Nengas (HCMR)
✅ Functional Ingredients for Food & Cosmetics – Nikoletta Tricha (PRINSUS & Physiopharma)
✅ Lifestyle Products from Invasive Species – Aylin Ulman (MERSEA Consulting)
💬 The workshop was part of the broader event “Innovating for a Sustainable Food Future: Bridging Research, Industry and Consumers”, featuring EU-funded projects like EXCEL4PRO, FRIETS and HECOF, all working to connect research, industry and consumers toward a greener future.
A big thank you to our dedicated team, guest speakers and everyone who joined in person and online. Let’s keep pushing the boundaries of sustainable innovation together!
💡 Stay connected — more exciting developments are on the horizon with VALIAS.
