New Advances in Microalgae Biotechnology—Increasing Productivity Towards Achieving a More Profitable Production Chain
A special issue of Microorganisms (ISSN 2076-2607). This special issue belongs to the section "Microbial Biotechnology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 October 2025 | Viewed by 405
Special Issue Editor
Interests: algal biotechnology; algal physiology; aquaculture; phycology
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Dear Colleagues,
In the search for innovative and sustainable solutions to tackle contemporary societal challenges, the potential of microalgae (including cyanobacteria) has been explored in several fields. These microorganisms are a rich source of bioactive compounds such as proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, phenols, and vitamins. The microalgae and cyanobacteria's universe is diverse and promising regarding a more sustainable world. Since the release of the Agenda 2030 targets, new researchers have shown a recent and growing interest in innovative processes and products involving microalgae, as they are considered crucial for achieving a number of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals proposed by the United Nations General Assembly.
In view of this, this Special Issue aims to disseminate high-impact research and review articles on the latest advancements in microalgae biotechnology. The main focal points include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Challenges in large-scale cultivation;
- Production, characterization, and purification of poorly studied metabolites;
- Opportunities of microalgae as future food;
- Alternative pathways for algal biofuel production.
Dr. Carlos Yure B. Oliveira
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- biomass
- food
- nutraceuticals
- biorefinery
- bioeconomy
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