Algae Biotechnology for Biomedical and Nutritional Applications (Developments in Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology)

Author: Ahmad, Ashfaq

Brand: Academic Press

Edition: 1

ISBN: 9780443240065

Release Date: 06-01-2025

Package Dimensions: 9.3 x 7.5 x 1.0 inches

Languages: English

Binding: Paperback

Features:

• Explores fundamental and practical research on scaling up algal biochemicals for commercial purposes
• Delves into the untapped and underutilized health benefits of marine-derived chemicals, particularly from algae
• Offers comprehensive coverage of integrated algal biotechnology and engineering for biomedical challenges and their resolutions
• Outlines potential applications of integrated algal biotechnology in dietary supplements and biomedical products

Number Of Pages: 392

Details: Algal-based functional foods have potential health benefits, and their commercial value depends on their application in the food and nutraceutical industries. Algae Biotechnology for Biomedical and Nutritional Applications provides a comprehensive overview of different micro- and macroalgal species, their industrial production processes, and the latest advancements in and applications of algae in biomedical fields.
This book describes advances in the biomedical and nutritional applications of algae achieved during the last decade, identifies gaps in the present knowledge, and proposes research areas for the future. This book covers various aspects of algal biotechnology, from the basics to large-scale cultivation, harvesting, and processing, for a variety of high-value bioproducts. Additionally, it also covers topics such as algal biomaterials, algal medicinal foods, algal production for bio-medicine, as well as applications in pharmaceutical, nutritional, and value-added bioproducts. With contributions from an international array of expert researchers in the field, this book is a comprehensive resource for academics, researchers, postgraduates, graduate students, and industry professionals. Covers basic and applied research on scaling up algal biochemicals for commercial use Discusses the underexplored and underutilized health benefits of chemicals derived from marine sources, specifically from algae Provides broad coverage of integrated algal biotechnology and engineering for biomedical issues and their solutions Provides a roadmap for potential applications of integrated algal biotechnology in dietary supplements and biomedical product