Microalgae and Their Biotechnological Potential
A special issue of Life (ISSN 2075-1729). This special issue belongs to the section "Microbiology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 October 2025 | Viewed by 513
Special Issue Editors
Interests: microalgae; lipids metabolism; synthetic biology; metabolic engineering; genome editing; transgene overexpression; RNAi silencing
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Interests: microalgae; lipid metabolism; synthetic biology; metabolic engineering
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue aims to highlight recent developments in the field of microalgae and its use as a sustainable source for biofuels and bioproducts. As global energy demands rise and the need for renewable resources intensifies, microalgae have emerged as a promising alternative due to their high growth rates, ability to thrive in various environments (including wastewater), and potential to yield significant quantities of biomass without competing with food crops.
The scope for this Special Issue includes, but is not limited to, the following topics:
- Genetic Engineering and Omics Technologies
Advances in genetic editing and omics technologies have significantly benefited the genetic engineering and biotechnology of microalgae. The application of these technologies enables the better strain selection and optimization of cultivation conditions, enhancing overall yield and efficiency.
- Innovative Cultivation Techniques
The use of photobioreactors (PBRs) has become a mainstream method for cultivating microalgae, enabling the development of controlled environments that maximize growth and lipid production while minimizing the risk of contamination. This method is particularly beneficial for scaling up production to meet industrial demands.
- Microalgae-based bioresource treatment and utilization technologies
Microalgae-based wastewater treatment and utilization are innovative approaches that utilize the natural abilities of microalgae to remove pollutants from wastewater while simultaneously producing biomass that can be converted into biofuels or other valuable products. The studies in this Special Issue aim to develop sustainable and efficient methods for treating wastewater while addressing the environmental challenges related to pollution and resource recovery. We particularly welcome submissions that address this area of study.
Dr. Fantao Kong
Prof. Dr. Yi Xin
Prof. Dr. Yuanxue Liang
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- microalgae
- biofuels
- bioproducts
- lipid metabolism
- synthetic biology
- system engineering
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