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Potential of Microalgae Carotenoids for Industrial Application
Eleane A Cezare-Gomes1, Lauris Del Carmen Mejia-da-Silva1, Lina S Pérez-Mora1
1Department of Biochemical and Pharmaceutical Technology, University of São Paulo, Avenida Prof. Lineu Prestes 580, Bl. 16, São Paulo, SP, 05508-900, Brazil.
Applied Biochemistry and Biotechnology
|January 8, 2019
Summary
Microalgae cultivation offers advantages over plants for producing carotenoids. This review analyzes microalgae cultivation systems for efficient carotenoid accumulation and applications.
Area of Science:
- Biotechnology
- Phycology
- Nutraceuticals
Background:
- Microalgae cultivation presents advantages over higher plants, including faster growth and higher biomass productivity.
- Microalgae serve as a viable alternative platform for carotenoid production compared to traditional sources.
- Commercial microalgae production is underdeveloped, necessitating research into scalable cultivation systems.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review main microalgae-derived carotenoids and compare them with traditional sources.
- To critically analyze various microalgae cultivation regimes for carotenoid accumulation.
- To discuss the applications and market impact of microalgae carotenoids.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of microalgae cultivation systems.
- Comparative analysis of carotenoid content in microalgae versus food sources.
- Discussion of operating systems for high cell density and carotenoid accumulation.
Main Results:
- Microalgae offer a rich source of carotenoids with diverse applications.
- Different cultivation systems impact carotenoid yield and cell density.
- Analysis highlights key commercial microalgae carotenoid producers.
Conclusions:
- Microalgae are a promising source for carotenoid production.
- Optimized cultivation systems are crucial for maximizing carotenoid accumulation.
- Further development is needed for large-scale commercial viability.
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