Biotechnology applications of microalgae in the context of EU "Blue Growth" initiatives.

  1. Rafael Carrasco 1
  2. Carlos Fajardo 1
  3. Palmira Guarnizo 2
  4. Roberto A. Vallejo 3
  5. Francisco J. Fernandez-Acero 1
  1. 1 Microbiology Laboratory, Institute for Viticulture and Agrifood Research (IVAGRO), University of Cádiz, Pol. Río San Pedro s/n, Puerto Real, Cádiz, Spain
  2. 2 Neoalgae, Planta I+D de microalgas-UPT Litoral, Ctra. Faro Mesa Roldán s/n, 04140 Carboneras, Almería, Spain
  3. 3 Research Project Manager, Innovation Department, Endesa Generación, Spain
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Revista:
Journal of Microbiology and Genetics

ISSN: 2574-7371

Año de publicación: 2018

Volumen: 3

Número: 1

Páginas: 14

Tipo: Revisión

DOI: 10.29011/2574-7371 GOOGLE SCHOLAR lock_openAcceso abierto editor

Otras publicaciones en: Journal of Microbiology and Genetics

Resumen

Microalgae biomass is in great demand for many prospective applications, most of which are currently subject to on-going research. Given their potential for resolving many major problems, generated mainly by human activity, including greenhouse gas emission, water contamination, fossil fuel depletion and the need for novel therapies for many diseases, microalgae are being widely cultivated using a variety of different processes. This interest has placed microalgae at the center of efforts to develop new biotechnological tools driven by the “Blue Growth” initiative of the EU. The purpose of this review is to present an overview of research advances in biotechnology applications for microalgae including biofuels, environmental protection, aquaculture, and nutraceuticals. Molecular biology studies particularly important for the latest microalgae research approaches are also considered.