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Microalgae offer eco-friendly biofuels and high-value compounds by sequestering CO2 and growing in diverse waters. This review covers cultivation, extraction, and analysis methods for sustainable microalgal applications.

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  • Biotechnology
  • Renewable Energy
  • Environmental Science

Background:

  • Microalgae are recognized as sustainable resources for carbon-neutral biofuels.
  • Their ability to sequester carbon dioxide (CO2) and grow in non-arable land and diverse water sources (wastewater/seawater) makes them environmentally friendly.
  • Microalgal systems possess intrinsic properties valuable for producing high-value compounds like carbohydrates, lipids, pigments, and proteins.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To comprehensively review microalgae cultivation practices.
  • To analyze methods utilizing both organic and inorganic carbon sources for microalgae growth.
  • To discuss the advantages and disadvantages of various extraction and analytical procedures for microalgal products.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of microalgae cultivation techniques.
  • Analysis of different carbon sources (organic and inorganic) for biomass production.
  • Evaluation of extraction and analytical methods for high-value compounds.

Main Results:

  • Microalgae cultivation can be optimized using various organic and inorganic carbon sources.
  • Different extraction techniques yield varying quantities and qualities of target compounds (carbohydrates, lipids, pigments, proteins).
  • Analytical procedures show distinct merits and demerits impacting the accurate quantification of microalgal products.

Conclusions:

  • Microalgae represent a promising sustainable resource for biofuels and valuable biochemicals.
  • Optimized cultivation and extraction strategies are crucial for maximizing the economic viability of microalgal applications.
  • Further research into efficient analytical methods is needed to support the advancement of microalgal biotechnology.