Algal biotechnology |
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Authors: | R J P Cannell |
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Institution: | (1) Division of Biological Sciences, Hatfield Polytechnic, College Lane, Hatfield, AL10 9AB Hertfordshire, UK;(2) Present address: Natural Products Discovery Department, Glaxo Group Research, Greenford Road, Greenford, Middlesex, UK |
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Abstract: | The review gives a general outline of macro and microalgal biotechnology. The main methods by which algae are cultivated and
harvested are described. The first section deals with the environmental factors affecting mass culture and the principles
governing the design and operation of mass cultivation systems. The second section gives the main current and potential uses
of algae: in wastewater treatment, a source of food and feed, an energy source, and in the production of common and fine chemicals,
such as polysaccharides, lipids, glycerol, pigments, and enzymes. Pharmaceutical uses of algae are described, and their potential
as a source of novel biologically-active compounds is discussed. Future developments and the great potential of algae are
considered. |
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Keywords: | Algae lipids enzymes biotechnology |
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