Typically thought about damaging to the environment, shrimp shells are now showing to be exceptionally beneficial, thanks to this environmentally friendly development.
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Balasore researcher turns shrimp shell waste into environmentally friendly pharmaceutical pill covering Photograph: (OTV)
A young researcher from Balasore, Dr Siddharth Pati and his research study group have actually accomplished an exceptional clinical advancement by establishing pills made from shrimp shells. Their ingenious research study has actually now been formally authorized by the Indian Patent Office.
Generally thought about damaging to the environment, shrimp shells are now showing to be incredibly helpful, thanks to this environment-friendly development. The group’s work concentrates on biotechnology and product stability, showing that shrimp shell-derived chitosan can be efficiently utilized to make eco-friendly pill finishes for the pharmaceutical market.
This discovery not just turns marine waste into an important resource however likewise promotes sustainable and eco-friendly practices in medication production. Siddharth Pati’s environment-friendly chitosan research study marks a considerable advance in green biotechnology and waste-to-wealth development.
“Generally, we throw shrimp shells and fish scales. But we are processing those through scientific technology and producing a biopolymer. It is called eco-friendly chitosan. The Indian government has granted us patent. We had submitted it in 2024. Following its examination, we were granted patent on October 10, 2025,” stated young researcher Dr Siddharth Pati.
“We took the initiative and are formulating it for pesticide without pesticide cultivation. It has been recognised by Startup India and Startup Odisha. Recently, we filed a patent, and the patent has been granted by the government of India. We have been certified for what could be done on the improved version of biopolymer in agricultural applications,” stated young researcher Dr Debabrata Panda.
Basic material gathered from numerous shrimp processing plants are processed in a devoted factory to produce chitosan. This high-value item is then exported to pharmaceutical and farming fertiliser business both within India and abroad.
Regional homeowners of Balasore have actually applauded young researcher Siddharth for his ingenious effort. Through his start-up, he has actually developed a processing plant and produced work for 50 individuals.