| abstract |
A microcapsule comprising a payload entrapped in liposomes, the liposomes being encapsulated in a hydrocolloid matrix, wherein the matrix comprises an alginate salt and gelatin or wherein the payload comprises a nutritional or pharmacologically active component and the liposomes comprise at least one nutritional or pharmacologically active lipid. The microcapsules or a formulation thereof may be used in medicine and to deliver part or all of the dietary requirements of animals in closed system aquaculture. |