Nanotechnology for improved production of algal biofuels: a review

Thanigaivel, S.; Rajendran, Saravanan; Gnanasekaran, Lalitha; Chew, Kit Wayne; Tran, Dang Thuan; Tran, Hoang-Dung; Nghĩa, Nguyễn Khởi; Show, Pau Loke

doi:10.1007/s10311-022-01529-3

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“…Microalgae are crucial components of aquatic environments, serving as primary producers to provide the basic nutrition for heterotrophic organisms ( Rizwan et al, 2018 ). In recent decades, microalgae have garnered increasing attention due to their promising potential in biofuel, food manufacturing, and environmental industry ( Spolaore et al, 2006 ; Zhu et al, 2022 ; Thanigaivel et al, 2023 ). Chlamydomonas reinhardtii ( C. reinhardtii ) has been widely used as a model organism for genetic and biochemical studies, with its typical habitat being freshwater environments with neutral to slightly alkaline pH optimum ( Rochaix, 1995 ).…”

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Photosynthetic response of Chlamydomonas reinhardtii and Chlamydomonas sp. 1710 to zinc toxicity

Zhan,

Liu,

et al. 2024

Front. Microbiol.

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Zinc (Zn) is an essential trace element but can lead to water contamination and ecological deterioration when present in excessive amounts. Therefore, investigating the photosynthetic response of microalgae to Zn stress is of great significance. In this study, we assessed the photosynthetic responses of neutrophilic Chlamydomonas reinhardtii and acidophilic Chlamydomonas sp. 1710 to Zn exposure for 96 h. The specific growth rate (μ), chlorophyll-a (Chl-a) content, and chlorophyll fluorescence parameters were determined. The results demonstrated that Chlamydomonas sp. 1710 was much more tolerant to Zn than C. reinhardtii, with the half-maximal inhibitory concentration (IC50) values of 225.4 mg/L and 23.4 mg/L, respectively. The μ and Chl-a content of C. reinhardtii decreased in the presence of 15 mg/L Zn, whereas those of Chlamydomonas sp. 1710 were unaffected by as high as 100 mg/L Zn. Chlorophyll fluorescence parameters indicated that the regulation of energy dissipation, including non-photochemical quenching, played a crucial role in Zn stress resistance for both Chlamydomonas strains. However, in the case of C. reinhardtii, non-photochemical quenching was inhibited by 5 mg/L Zn in the first 48 h, whereas for Chlamydomonas sp. 1710, it remained unaffected under 100 mg/L Zn. Chlamydomonas sp. 1710 also exhibited a 20 times stronger capacity for regulating the electron transfer rate than C. reinhardtii under Zn stress. The light energy utilization efficiency (α) of Chlamydomonas sp. 1710 had the most highly non-linear correlation with μ, indicating the energy utilization and regulation process of Chlamydomonas sp. 1710 was well protected under Zn stress. Collectively, our findings demonstrate that the photosystem of Chlamydomonas sp. 1710 is much more resilient and tolerant than that of C. reinhardtii under Zn stress.

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Photosynthetic response of Chlamydomonas reinhardtii and Chlamydomonas sp. 1710 to zinc toxicity

Zhan,

Liu,

et al. 2024

Front. Microbiol.

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“…17,19,45 Therefore, many studies have utilized bio-based resources, including vegetable oil triglycerides, lignin, and priamine to prepare bio-based NIPUs. 20,28,[46][47][48] However, few bio-based polymers have been introduced into polycondensation reactions of PUs, with a particular focus on the introduction of bio-based diols as small molecule chain extenders into NIPUs. Here we prepared NIPUs with certain self-repairing and recyclable capabilities by melt polycondensation method using bio-based monomers as small molecule chain extenders.…”

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Synthesis of non‐isocyanate polyurethanes with high‐performance and self‐healing properties

Zhang,

Shuai,

et al. 2023

J of Applied Polymer Sci

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Due to the utilization of the potentially hazardous monomer, isocyanate compound, polyurethanes (PUs) with good properties are restricted in several fields, such as bio‐engineering. Non‐isocyanate polyurethanes (NIPUs) with high overall performance and self‐healing properties were synthesized by dicarbamate, bio‐based isosorbide (IS) and polycarbonate diols (PCDLs) through a solvent‐free and ecologically friendly melt polycondensation route. Previously, few bio‐based monomers have been introduced into polycondensation reactions of PUs. Chemical structures of NIPUs were analyzed by Fourier transform‐infrared spectroscopy (FT‐IR), proton nuclear magnetic resonance (1H NMR) and gel permeation chromatography (GPC). With changing the IS content and the molecular weight of PCDL, the obtained NIPUs had linear structures and high molecular weights ranging from 3.3 × 104 to 5.9 × 104 g/mol. Results of tensile testing, differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) and thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) suggested NIPUs had well thermal and mechanical properties, with Td,5% above 286.2°C and tensile strength between 8.0 and 16.7 MPa due to the crystallization and the hydrogen bonding interactions. Furthermore, the NIPUs exhibited self‐healing ability and recyclability, having great potential for industrialization.

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“…Nonetheless, the reliance on fossil fuels for their production presents challenges such as resource scarcity and environmental degradation. [5] Utilizing biomass waste as a precursor for producing these valuable carbon nanomaterials not only mitigates dependence on fossil fuels but also addresses the ecological and environmental concerns associated with biomass waste management. [6] Biomass, derived through the process of photosynthesis in the atmosphere, water, and land, constitutes an abundant and renewable carbon source in nature.…”

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Application of Biomass‐Based Nanomaterials in Energy

Yang,

Zhang,

Zhang

et al. 2023

Adv Energy and Sustain Res

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The utilization of biomass as a sustainable and renewable resource for nanomaterial synthesis has received considerable attention in recent years. Through the efficient utilization of biomass waste, opportunities for energy production, energy conversion, and the fabrication of nanomaterials can be maximized. The combination of biomass‐based nanomaterials with additional nanomaterials makes the composite system have more remarkable performance, which further facilitates the transformation procedure of biomass‐based nanomaterials for applications. This comprehensive review provides an overview of the preparation and applications of biomass‐based nanomaterials. The preparation section covers a range of methods for synthesizing biomass‐based nanomaterials, including biomass‐based carbonaceous nanomaterials, biomass‐based carbon nitride nanomaterials, nanomaterials derived from biomass templates, biomass‐based nanomaterials as carriers, and the use of biomass for metal ion reduction. The applications section explores the diverse applications of biomass‐based nanomaterials, such as hydrogen production, carbon dioxide reduction, batteries, and supercapacitors. The unique properties and advantages of biomass‐based nanomaterials in each application are discussed. The conclusion summarizes the current progress and presents future perspectives for the development and utilization of biomass‐based nanomaterials. This review emphasizes the potential of biomass as a valuable and sustainable source for nanomaterial synthesis, opening up promising opportunities in various fields.

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Nanotechnology for improved production of algal biofuels: a review

Cited by 14 publications

References 130 publications

Photosynthetic response of Chlamydomonas reinhardtii and Chlamydomonas sp. 1710 to zinc toxicity

Photosynthetic response of Chlamydomonas reinhardtii and Chlamydomonas sp. 1710 to zinc toxicity

Synthesis of non‐isocyanate polyurethanes with high‐performance and self‐healing properties

Application of Biomass‐Based Nanomaterials in Energy

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