Experimental design and response surface methodology are useful tools for studying,
developing and optimizing a wide range of engineering systems. This tutorial provides a …

The potential of algal biomass as a source of liquid and gaseous biofuels has been the
subject of considerable research over the past few decades, with researchers strongly …

Anaerobic digestion (AD) is a biological process that can convert organic substrates to
biogas in the absence of oxygen. The AD process has been practiced for centuries; …

Seaweed offers a wide range of interesting bioactives. With over 10,000 species globally, it
is of great interest to be able to extract these compounds. Hence, seaweed fractionation into …

In recent years there have been massive inundations of pelagic Sargassum, known as
golden tides, on the beaches of the Caribbean, Gulf of Mexico, and West Africa, causing …

In recent years pelagic Sargassum has invaded the coastlines of the Caribbean region, Gulf
of Mexico, Florida and West Africa, triggering human health concerns and negatively …

Considerable attention has been devoted towards anaerobic digestion of lipid-rich waste
(LRWs) due to their higher energy content comparing to other waste rich in carbohydrates …

Marine seaweeds represent an abundant source of natural products and may harbour
valuable chemicals. The brown seaweed Sargassum muticum is an invasive species to the …

Pelagic Sargassum inundation of coastlines across the North Atlantic Ocean is an ongoing
challenge which poses a great threat to economic productivity. This novel study evaluated …

The recurring inundation of beaches in the tropical North Atlantic by pelagic Sargassum and
the associated social, ecological and economic challenges, have aroused great interest in …