The third generation biofuels derived from oleaginous microorganisms have gained traction
recently as the potential feedstock in generating fuel for energy production, reducing the …

In this chapter the relevance of microalgae-based processes for the recovery of nutrients
contained in wastewaters is reviewed. The fundamentals of the process are discussed from …

Green microalgae belonging to the genus Chlorella have long been used as health foods
and additives for human consumption, as well as animal feed. These photosynthetic …

Aquaculture has grown rapidly to play a crucial economic and social role and meet the
increasing global demand for seafood. As aquaculture intensifies, there is increasing …

The detection of new pollutants, stricter environmental regulations, and advancements in
treatment technologies are driving improvements in bioprocesses for treating wastewater …

The accumulation of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere resulting from the extensive use
of fossil fuels and the depletion of oil reserves due to the increasing demands for energy …

Micro-algae have been recognized as a promising feedstock for biofuel production. Effective
combining microalgae cultivation with wastewater treatment can reduce CO 2 emissions and …

Currently almost all wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs) require a large amount of energy
input to process the influent, mostly as electricity, and the associated carbon emissions are …

The use of microalgae for wastewater treatment has recently attracted increased interest due
to the effective nutrient removal abilities of such microorganism, and additional benefits of …

Microalgae are potential sources of high-value lipids, with essential fatty acids that provide
health benefits, as the omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids. However, its cultivation and …