High lipid content and excellent CO 2 fixation capability of microalgae by photosynthesis
have made microalgal biodiesel (BD) a promising carbon-neutral fuel. Nonetheless, the …

By 2050, the world would need to produce 1,250 million tonnes of meat and dairy per year to
meet global demand for animal-derived protein at current consumption levels. However …

The qualified presumption of safety (QPS) was developed to provide a safety pre‐
assessment within EFSA for microorganisms. Strains belonging to QPS taxonomic units (TU …

Establishing the first human presence on Mars will be the most technically challenging
undertaking yet in the exploration beyond our planet. The remoteness of Mars from Earth …

Abstract β-Glucans are a class of polysaccharides consisting of D-glucose units that are
polymerized primarily via the β-1, 3 glycosidic bonds, in addition to the β-1, 4 and/or β-1, 6 …

In recent years, the versatile phototrophic protist Euglena gracilis has emerged as an
interesting candidate for application-driven research and commercialisation, as it is an …

Most polyethylene terephthalate (PET) plastic waste is landfilled or pollutes the environment.
Additionally, global food production must increase to support the growing population. This …

Microalgal biomass represents a sustainable bioresource for various applications, such as
food, nutraceuticals, pharmaceuticals, feed, and other bio-based products. For decades, its …

Sustainable aviation fuels (SAFs) can contribute reduce greenhouse gas emissions
compared to conventional fuel. With the increasing SAFs demand, various generations of …

Background Euglena gracilis, a photosynthetic protist, produces protein, unsaturated fatty
acids, wax esters, and a unique β-1, 3-glucan called paramylon, along with other valuable …