Some diatoms of the genera Pseudo-nitzschia and Nitzschia produce the neurotoxin domoic
acid (DA), a compound that caused amnesic shellfish poisoning (ASP) in humans just over …

This review provides an in-depth survey of the recorded incidences in aquatic organisms of
mortality and disease events suspected or known to be caused by microalgal or ciliate …

Lelong A., Hégaret H., Soudant P. and Bates SS 2012. Pseudo-nitzschia (Bacillariophyceae)
species, domoic acid and amnesic shellfish poisoning: revisiting previous paradigms …

Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs) pose unique risks to the citizens, stakeholders, visitors,
environment and economy of the state of Florida. Florida has been historically subjected to …

Domoic acid is a potent neurotoxin that is naturally produced by several diatom species of
the genus Pseudo-nitzschia. The toxin acts as a glutamate agonist and is excitotoxic in the …

The present work is a first attempt to document the latest reports on the occurrence of algal
blooms in shrimp farm ponds worldwide. Particular emphasis is placed on discussing the …

This monograph reviews marine micro-algal species from all origins around the globe for
their toxic or harmful character. We have considered the ex-pressions toxic and harmful in …

Nature's silicon marvel, the diatoms have lately astounded the scientific community with its
intricate designs and lasting durability. Diatoms are a major group of phytoplanktons …

While diatoms are widely present in terms of diversity and abundance in nature, few species
are currently used for biotechnologically applications. Most studies have focussed on …

A study of 25 cultures tentatively identified as Pseudo‐nitzschia delicatissima (Cleve)
Heiden, and originating from geographically widely distributed locations, showed both …