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      In the Minami-Kayabe area of southern Hokkaido, red algae of the genus Palmaria (hereafter referred to as “dulse”) naturally thrive on kelp culture ropes during the winter. The dulse is regarded by growers as a nuisance because it hinders the growth of cultivated kelp by preventing it from being exposed to sunlight. However, recent component analysis has revealed that dulse is rich in nutrients such as protein, dietary fiber, potassium, and B vitamins.

      Against this background, we have been conducting research on structural characterization of pigment proteins abundantly contained in dulse and their health functionality with the aim of effectively utilizing this underutilized resource. In this page, we briefly introduce the results obtained to date.




       
      ■Photo by Dr. YASUI Hajime (Sho 55 Zo)

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