Green technology for the industrial production of biofuels and bioproducts from microalgae: a review

Tang, Doris Ying Ying; Yew, Guo Yong; Koyande, Apurav Krishna; Chew, Kit Wayne; Vo, Dai‐Viet N.; Show, Pau Loke

doi:10.1007/s10311-020-01052-3

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“…The microalgal lipids can be divided into two major groups: (i) the neutral lipids (non-polar lipids) such as sterol, triacylglycerol (TAG), and free fatty acids are storage lipids and used as a stock of energy, and (ii) the polar lipids are structural lipid usually found in cell membranes. Short-chain saturated fatty acids (mainly neutral lipids) are valorized in the biofuel industry while, thanks to their health benefits, long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (esterified with glycerol in microalgae and generating TAG or polar lipids) are used in the nutraceutical industry or in active drug processing [ 164 , 165 ].…”

Section: Use Of N-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids In Food and Feed Imentioning

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“…Powders rich in n-3 PUFAs are manufactured into capsules or tablets and are expected to ensure a stable industry in the future [ 158 ]. This is the case for PureOne TM , a supplement capsule composed of EPA and DHA [ 165 ]. Allmicroalgae Natural Products (Portugal) developed health-benefits capsules and tablets with Chlorella vulgaris that are rich in omega-3, proteins, fiber, vitamins and iron under the brand Allma (known as Easy Capsules and Easy Tablets) [ 167 ].…”

Section: Use Of N-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids In Food and Feed Imentioning

confidence: 99%

“…For example, Algae Omega 3 is formed with Schizochytrium sp. fatty acids and has been approved for human consumption [ 165 ]. OmegaTech (USA) exploits Schizochytrium to produce a low-cost oil known as DHA Gold [ 168 , 169 ].…”

Section: Use Of N-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids In Food and Feed Imentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Crypthecodinium cohnii and Schizochytrium sp. are used as poultry feed, especially for chickens to produce eggs rich in omega-3 [ 165 ]. As for humans, EPA and DHA have been credited with health benefits even when supplemented in small amounts, and can have positive effects on the improvement of the immune system, lipid metabolism, stress resistance, increase in appetite, enhancing reproductive performance, or even the reduction of cholesterol levels [ 231 ].…”

Section: Use Of N-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids In Food and Feed Imentioning

confidence: 99%

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Microalgae n-3 PUFAs Production and Use in Food and Feed Industries

Remize¹,

Brunel²,

Silva³

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Marine Drugs

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N-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (n-3 PUFAs), and especially eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), are essential compounds for human health. They have been proven to act positively on a panel of diseases and have interesting anti-oxidative, anti-inflammatory or anti-cancer properties. For these reasons, they are receiving more and more attention in recent years, especially future food or feed development. EPA and DHA come mainly from marine sources like fish or seaweed. Unfortunately, due to global warming, these compounds are becoming scarce for humans because of overfishing and stock reduction. Although increasing in recent years, aquaculture appears insufficient to meet the increasing requirements of these healthy molecules for humans. One alternative resides in the cultivation of microalgae, the initial producers of EPA and DHA. They are also rich in biochemicals with interesting properties. After defining macro and microalgae, this review synthesizes the current knowledge on n-3 PUFAs regarding health benefits and the challenges surrounding their supply within the environmental context. Microalgae n-3 PUFA production is examined and its synthesis pathways are discussed. Finally, the use of EPA and DHA in food and feed is investigated. This work aims to define better the issues surrounding n-3 PUFA production and supply and the potential of microalgae as a sustainable source of compounds to enhance the food and feed of the future.

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Section: Use Of N-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids In Food and Feed Imentioning

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Section: Use Of N-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids In Food and Feed Imentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Use Of N-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids In Food and Feed Imentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Use Of N-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids In Food and Feed Imentioning

confidence: 99%

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“…A number of reviews of microalgae for fuels are available, including several published in 2020 (e.g., [18,[25][26][27]). However, none of them cover all four of the criteria for evaluating novel RE sources listed in Section 2.…”

Section: Microalgae For Fuelsmentioning

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New Energy Technologies: Microalgae, Photolysis and Airborne Wind Turbines

Moriarty

Honnery

2021

Sci

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Because of the near-term risk of extreme weather events and other adverse consequences from climate change and, at least in the longer term, global fossil fuel depletion, there is worldwide interest in shifting to noncarbon energy sources, especially renewable energy (RE). Because of possible limitations on conventional renewable energy sources, researchers have looked for ways of overcoming these shortcomings by introducing radically new energy technologies. The largest RE source today is bioenergy, while solar energy and wind energy are regarded as having by far the largest technical potential. This paper reviews the literature on proposed new technologies for each of these three RE sources: microalgae for bioenergy, photolysis and airborne wind turbines. The main finding is that their proponents have often underestimated the difficulties they face and the time taken for their introduction on a very large scale.

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Adapting microalgae‐based strategies for sustainable green cities

Chew

Show

2022

Biotechnology Journal

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Graphical Abstract and Lay Summary The adaptation of algae and microalgae as a renewable source in green cities will contribute to the overall environmental management. The cycle of microalgae growth reduces the carbon level, bioremediates wastewater and the final biomass can be transformed into important functional biomolecules. This perspective address the needs, benefits and challenges of implementing a microalgae green cities and its strategies.

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Green technology for the industrial production of biofuels and bioproducts from microalgae: a review

Cited by 94 publications

References 146 publications

Microalgae n-3 PUFAs Production and Use in Food and Feed Industries

Microalgae n-3 PUFAs Production and Use in Food and Feed Industries

New Energy Technologies: Microalgae, Photolysis and Airborne Wind Turbines

Adapting microalgae‐based strategies for sustainable green cities

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