Recent developments in the production and utilization of photosynthetic microorganisms for food applications

Studying the impact of phycoerythrin on antioxidant and antimicrobial activity of the fresh rainbow trout fillets

“…Also, potential antimicrobial substances may not maintain fish organoleptic parameters within reasonable limits 8 . Using edible natural pigments, exhibiting both antimicrobial and antioxidant activity, is an effective and safe means of minimizing or extending the shelf life of foods [9][10][11][12] . For exemple, Viera et al 10 revealed that the addition of cell extract of the cyanobacterial species Arthrospira platensis encapsulated in alginate microbeads to a 3D printed cookie, improved its thermal stability, its durability against oxygen and light when they are stored or baked.…”

Harnessing photosynthetic microorganisms for enhanced bioremediation of microplastics: A comprehensive review

“…Independently from the growth in open ponds or enclosed bioreactors, their main requirements are the availability of light, water, CO 2 , and elementary nutrients. Numerous species of green algae are Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) for consumption by humans and animals [ 93 ]. This group offers high metabolic diversity, besides more than 8000 species, and some strains can grow in darkness with a reduced carbon source − heterotrophically [ 94 ].…”

Production of safe cyanobacterial biomass for animal feed using wastewater and drinking water treatment residuals

“…Microalgae serve as a versatile and sustainable resource with applications that span from lower-value biofuels to high-value pharmaceutical and nutritional products. These applications are driven by various cultivation strategies and differing compositional profiles [ [11] , [12] , [13] ]. Certain species of microalgae and cyanobacteria, such as Chlorella , Scenedesmus , and Spirulina (often referred to as blue-green algae), are gaining popularity as potential ingredients for animal feed due to their rich content of proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, minerals, vitamins, and pigments [ [14] , [15] , [16] , [17] ].…”