This presentation reviews the antiviral potential of algae, highlighting their diversity and uses. It tracks overall interest over time, from pre-1980s to recent decades, and identifies key actors, including countries and regions involved in research. The discussion includes notable viruses and diseases targeted, antiviral molecules identified, and applications in aquaculture and agriculture. Despite significant research efforts demonstrating strong antiviral potential in algal molecules, few practical applications have emerged. The impact of these findings, including insights related to the coronavirus, is also addressed.
