1. Beta-1,3-glucanase inhibitors have been identified in Brazilian brown seaweed species.
2. Ethanolic extracts from all species showed different extents of inhibition against the beta-1,3-glucanase of Trichoderma sp.
3. These molecules show potential for the development of new biotechnological tools for insect control.
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