The role of bioluminescent marine plankton in the fisheries and the health of
the oceans is fairly well known. Recent research has shown that this light could be of
great use in therapeutic and biotechnological applications. While the marine
bioluminescent, planktonic crustaceans are helpful in the treatment of cancers, other
groups of marine plankton have their potential biotechnological applications, including
hygiene control and mapping out pollution in ecosystems. However, further intensive
research is needed on this vital aspect, especially when identifying lesser-known
bioluminescent planktonic groups and their biomedical and biotechnological
applications for the benefit of human society.
Keywords: ATP sensing, Bioluminescent imaging, CAR T-cell therapy, Hygiene control, Marine pollution