Photosynthetic Microorganisms: Culturing and Biotechnological Applications

Dear Colleagues,

Microalgae, cyanobacteria, and purple bacteria are photosynthetic microorganisms used in many fields, such as agriculture, aquaculture, wastewater treatment, bioremediation, biomaterials production, and renewable energy generation. They are fast-growing microorganisms that achieve high biomass productivity, mainly use sunlight as the energy source, and have minimal nutrient requirements. The commercialization of photosynthetic microorganisms as feedstock for natural products and biofuels requires the use of efficient cultivation systems. These microorganisms can be grown by a variety of methods, including open and closed systems. Closed photobioreactors are the most popular systems because they allow optimal growth and reduce the danger of contamination.

This Special Issue will focus on the growth and biotechnological applications of photosynthetic microorganisms. You are invited to submit contributions (original articles, as well as critical reviews) concerning photosynthetic microorganism growth systems for the production of biomass, biomaterials, and bioenergy.

Dr. Eleftherios Touloupakis
Dr. Cecilia Faraloni
Guest Editors

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