
Algal Green Chemistry
Recent Progress in Biotechnology
Description
Key Features
- 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
Readership
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
Table of Contents
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
Product details
- No. of pages: 336
- Language: English
- Copyright: © Elsevier 2017
- Published: April 14, 2017
- Imprint: Elsevier
- eBook ISBN: 9780444637949
- Hardcover ISBN: 9780444640413
About the Editors
Rajesh Rastogi
Affiliations and Expertise
Datta Madamwar
Affiliations and Expertise
Ashok Pandey
