Search research articles

ABOUT JoVE

Overview Leadership Blog JoVE Help Center

AUTHORS

Publishing Process Editorial Board Scope & Policies Peer Review FAQ Submit

LIBRARIANS

Testimonials Subscriptions Access Resources Library Advisory Board FAQ

RESEARCH

JoVE Journal Methods Collections JoVE Encyclopedia of Experiments Archive

EDUCATION

JoVE Core JoVE Business JoVE Science Education JoVE Lab Manual Faculty Resource Center Faculty Site

Terms & Conditions of Use

Related Concept Videos

Bioremediation

Bioremediation

Bioremediation is the use of prokaryotes, fungi, or plants to remove pollutants from the environment. This process has been used to remove harmful toxins in groundwater as a byproduct of agricultural run-off and also to clean up oil spills.

Physical Methods for Controlling Microbial Growth: Radiation and Filtration

Physical Methods for Controlling Microbial Growth: Radiation and Filtration

Radiation and filtration are essential tools for microbial control, targeting microorganisms through distinct mechanisms. Radiation eliminates microbes by damaging their DNA, either killing them or inhibiting their growth. Based on wavelength, radiation is classified into two types: nonionizing and ionizing radiation.Non-ionizing radiation, such as UV radiation (200–400 nm), is absorbed by DNA, causing defects that effectively disinfect surfaces, air, and water, including safety cabinets.

Red Algae

Red Algae

Red algae, also known as rhodophytes, are primarily found in marine environments, though some species inhabit freshwater and terrestrial ecosystems. These organisms exist in both unicellular and multicellular forms, with some multicellular varieties reaching macroscopic sizes.As phototrophic organisms, red algae contain chlorophyll a; however, their chloroplasts lack chlorophyll b. Instead, they possess phycobiliproteins, which serve as major light-harvesting pigments, similar to those found in...

Green Algae

Green Algae

Green algae, also referred to as chlorophytes, are different from red algae in having the chloroplasts containing chlorophylls a and b, which give them their distinct green hue. However, they lack phycobiliproteins, preventing them from developing the red or blue-green pigmentation seen in red algae. In terms of photosynthetic pigment composition, green algae closely resemble plants and share a close evolutionary relationship with them. Taxonomically Green algae belong to Phylum Chlorophyta in...

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by

Same author

Gestational diabetes mellitus and maternal-infant microbiome axis: mechanistic insights and therapeutic interventions.

Journal of translational medicine·2026

Same author

Gut dysbiosis associated with neonatal respiratory distress syndrome and biological plausibility of disease-specific probiotic intervention: a translational study.

Journal of translational medicine·2026

Same author

Current-controlled electrical stimulation regulates growth, redox adaptation, and lipid accumulation in Chlorella vulgaris.

Bioresource technology·2026

Same author

Life-cycle and techno-economic analyses of agro-waste-derived biodegradable plastics enhanced via AI-based parametric optimization.

Environmental research·2026

Same author

From pollutant-protein engagement to programmable bioremediation: chemoproteomics as a design framework for emerging contaminant degradation.

Water research·2026

Same author

Distinct early-life gut microbiota patterns across SGA, AGA, and LGA infants.

European journal of pediatrics·2026

Search research articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Feb 21, 2026

Quantification of Heavy Metals and Other Inorganic Contaminants on the Productivity of Microalgae

Quantification of Heavy Metals and Other Inorganic Contaminants on the Productivity of Microalgae

Published on: July 10, 2015

Can Microalgae Remove Pharmaceutical Contaminants from Water?

Jiu-Qiang Xiong¹, Mayur B Kurade¹, Byong-Hun Jeon²

¹Department of Earth Resources and Environmental Engineering, Hanyang University, Seoul 04763, South Korea; These authors contributed equally to this work.

Trends in Biotechnology

|October 11, 2017

Summary

Microalgae can remove pharmaceutical contaminants (PCs) from water, offering a sustainable solution to water pollution. Research explores enhanced bioremediation techniques for practical application in environmental cleanup.

Keywords:

bioremediation emerging contaminants integrated processes microalgae microbial consortia pharmaceutical contaminants

More Related Videos

Identification of Pharmaceuticals in The Aquatic Environment Using HPLC-ESI-Q-TOF-MS and Elimination of Erythromycin Through Photo-Induced Degradation

Identification of Pharmaceuticals in The Aquatic Environment Using HPLC-ESI-Q-TOF-MS and Elimination of Erythromycin Through Photo-Induced Degradation

Published on: August 1, 2018

Cultivation of Green Microalgae in Bubble Column Photobioreactors and an Assay for Neutral Lipids

Cultivation of Green Microalgae in Bubble Column Photobioreactors and an Assay for Neutral Lipids

Published on: January 7, 2019

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Feb 21, 2026

Quantification of Heavy Metals and Other Inorganic Contaminants on the Productivity of Microalgae

Quantification of Heavy Metals and Other Inorganic Contaminants on the Productivity of Microalgae

Published on: July 10, 2015

Identification of Pharmaceuticals in The Aquatic Environment Using HPLC-ESI-Q-TOF-MS and Elimination of Erythromycin Through Photo-Induced Degradation

Identification of Pharmaceuticals in The Aquatic Environment Using HPLC-ESI-Q-TOF-MS and Elimination of Erythromycin Through Photo-Induced Degradation

Published on: August 1, 2018

Cultivation of Green Microalgae in Bubble Column Photobioreactors and an Assay for Neutral Lipids

Cultivation of Green Microalgae in Bubble Column Photobioreactors and an Assay for Neutral Lipids

Published on: January 7, 2019

Area of Science:

Environmental Science
Biotechnology
Ecotoxicology

Background:

Rising global water contamination by pharmaceutical contaminants (PCs) presents significant ecotoxicological and health risks.
Microalgae-based bioremediation is an emerging, sustainable strategy for reclaiming contaminated water sources.

Purpose of the Study:

To review current research on microalgae's role in removing PCs from aqueous environments.
To explore novel approaches for enhancing microalgal bioremediation efficiency and feasibility.

Main Methods:

Comprehensive literature review of microalgae-mediated bioremediation of PCs.
Summary of enhanced removal strategies: microbial consortia, acclimation, and cometabolism.
Discussion of integrated processes and genetic modification concepts.

Main Results:

Microalgae show significant potential for PC removal from water.
Novel approaches like microbial consortia and cometabolism can enhance PC removal rates.
Integrated processes and genetic engineering offer future avenues for algal-based remediation.

Conclusions:

Microalgae-mediated bioremediation is a promising, eco-friendly technology for addressing pharmaceutical water pollution.
Further research into enhanced techniques and integrated systems is crucial for practical implementation.
Genetic modifications hold potential for optimizing microalgal strains for efficient PC degradation.