Algal Green Chemistry

Algal Green Chemistry: Recent Progress in Biotechnology presents emerging information on green algal technology for the production of diverse chemicals, metabolites, and other products of commercial value. This book describes and emphasizes the emerging information on green algal technology, with a special emphasis on the production of diverse chemicals, metabolites, and products from algae and cyanobacteria.

Topics featured in the book are exceedingly valuable for researchers and scientists in the field of algal green chemistry, with many not covered in current academic studies. It is a unique source of information for scientists, researchers, and biotechnologists who are looking for the development of new technologies in bioremediation, eco-friendly and alternative biofuels, biofertilizers, biogenic biocides, bioplastics, cosmeceuticals, sunscreens, antibiotics, anti-aging, and an array of other biotechnologically important chemicals for human life and their contiguous environment. This book is a great asset for students, researchers, and biotechnologists.

• Discusses high-value chemicals from algae and their industrial applications
• Explores the potential of algae as a renewable source of bioenergy and biofuels
• Considers the potential of algae as feed and super-food
• Presents the role of triggers and cues to algal metabolic pathways
• Includes developments in the use of algae as bio-filters

Chemical and biochemical engineers, biotechnologists, agricultural chemists and environmental engineers associated with the development of algal biotechnology in academic, government, and industrial research. A textbook for graduate/postgraduate students, teachers, and researchers

Chapter 1. Osmoprotectant and Sunscreen Molecules From Halophilic Algae and Cyanobacteria

• 1. Introduction
• 2. Osmoprotectants and Sunscreen Molecules (MAA)
• 3. Conclusions and Perspectives

Chapter 2. UV Photoprotectants From Algae—Synthesis and Bio-Functionalities

• 1. Introduction
• 2. Photoprotectants From Algae
• 3. Occurrence of MAAs
• 4. Genetic and Environmental Regulation of MAAs Biosynthesis
• 5. Scytonemin
• 6. Bio-Functionalities of MAAs and Scytonemin
• 7. Conclusion and Future Perspectives

Chapter 3. Genome- and Proteome-Wide Analyses for Targeted Manipulation and Enhancement of Bioproducts in Cyanobacteria

• 1. Introduction
• 2. The Spirulina Genomes
• 3. Transcriptional Regulation of Genes Involved in Production of Value-Added Compounds
• 4. Proteome Analysis
• 5. Conclusions and Perspectives

Chapter 4. Nutraceuticals From Algae and Cyanobacteria

• 1. Introduction
• 2. Nutraceuticals and Functional Food From Algae
• 3. Nutritionally Important Algae
• 4. Conclusion

Chapter 5. Natural Antioxidants From Algae: A Therapeutic Perspective

• 1. Introduction
• 2. Oxidative Stress
• 3. Why Algae?
• 4. Algal Antioxidants
• 5. Concluding Remarks and Future Perspectives

Chapter 6. Microalgae as a Source of Bioplastics

• 1. Introduction
• 2. Direct Use of Microalgae Biomass for Bioplastic Purposes
• 3. Genetic Engineering of Algal Strains for PHA Production
• 4. Future Outlook

Chapter 7. Microalgae-Based Carotenoids Production

• 1. Introduction
• 2. Carotenoid Synthesis Pathways
• 3. Factors That Influence Carotenogenesis
• 4. Extraction of Pigments
• 5. Applications of Carotenoids
• 6. Future prospects

Chapter 8. Low-Molecular-Weight Nitrogenous Compounds (GABA and Polyamines) in Blue–Green Algae

• 1. Introduction
• 2. GABA Biosynthesis
• 3. GABA Catabolism
• 4. Role of GABA Against Physiological Stresses
• 5. Polyamine Biosynthesis
• 6. Polyamine Catabolism
• 7. Role of Polyamines Against Physiological Stresses
• 8. Future Perspectives

Chapter 9. Algal Pigments for Human Health and Cosmeceuticals

• 1. Introduction
• 2. Algal Pigments
• 3. Health Benefits of Algal Pigments
• 4. Application in Cosmetics and Skin Care
• 5. Other Algal Compounds as Cosmeceuticals
• 6. Conclusion and Perspectives

Chapter 10. Role of Algae as a Biofertilizer

• 1. Introduction
• 2. Emergence of Algae as Biofertilizer
• 3. Algal Diversity in Paddy Fields
• 4. Effect on Soil Physico-chemical and Biochemical Properties
• 5. Role of Algae in Amelioration of Sodic Soil
• 6. Genetically Modified Algae With Potential in Sustainable Agriculture
• 7. Conclusion and Future Perspectives

Chapter 11. Modeling and Technoeconomic Analysis of Algae for Bioenergy and Coproducts

• 1. Introduction
• 2. Modeling of Algae Processes for Bioenergy and Coproducts
• 3. Technical-Economical Analysis of Algae for Bioenergy and Coproducts
• 4. Conclusions
• 5. Conclusions and Perspectives

Chapter 12. Polyamines: Stress Metabolite in Marine Macrophytes

• 1. Introduction
• 2. Polyamine Metabolism and Biological Role in Marine Macrophytes
• 3. Polyamine Analysis in Marine Macrophytes
• 4. Involvement of Polyamine in Marine Macrophytes Under Stress Conditions
• 5. Metabolites' Cross Talk With Polyamines Needs Exploration in Marine Macrophytes
• 6. Conclusion and Future Perspective

Chapter 13. Microalgal Biomass Cultivation

• 1. Introduction
• 2. Nutrition
• 3. Cultivation Mode
• 4. Cultivation Systems
• 5. Strategies to Increase Cost-effectiveness
• 6. Conclusions and Perspectives

Chapter 14. Algal Biofilms and Their Biotechnological Significance

• 1. Introduction
• 2. Role in Wastewater Treatment Options for Bioremediation and Nutrient Sequestration
• 3. Algal Biofilms in Agriculture
• 4. Exploring Algal Biofilms as Sources of Exopolysaccharides
• 5. Biological Soil Crusts and Algal Biofilms
• 6. Biofouling and Antifouling
• 7. Role in Bioremediation
• 8. Other Applications of Algal Biofilms
• 9. Future Prospects