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Single-cell proteins (SCP) or microbial proteins [1] refer to edible unicellular microorganisms.The biomass or protein extract from pure or mixed cultures of algae, yeasts, fungi or bacteria may be used as an ingredient or a substitute for protein-rich foods, and is suitable for human consumption or as animal feeds.
Microalgal derived products are currently successfully developed for uses in cosmetics and pharmaceutical products. [ 70 ] [ 71 ] Examples include the polysaccharides from cyanobacteria used in personal skin care products and extracts of Chlorella sp. which contain oligopeptides that can promote firmness of the skin. [ 72 ]
AlgaeLink N.V. - an international producer of algae, algae-based products and algae growing systems [citation needed] LGem B.V. - producing algae systems [citation needed] SeatechEnergy - based in the Netherlands (Hilversum) but producing algae in Denpasar (Bali, Indonesia); part of Inrada Oil & Gas [citation needed]
Dulse is one of many edible algae. Algaculture may become an important part of a healthy and sustainable food system [11]. Several species of algae are raised for food. While algae have qualities of a sustainable food source, "producing highly digestible proteins, lipids, and carbohydrates, and are rich in essential fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals" and e.g. having a high protein ...
A general list shows the products with high added value and lowest volume of biomass to the products with the lowest added value and highest volume of biomass: [111] fine chemicals/medicines; food; chemicals/bioplastics; transport fuels; electricity and heat
Spirulina is the dried biomass of cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) that can be consumed by humans and animals. The three species are Arthrospira platensis, A. fusiformis, and A. maxima. Cultivated worldwide, Arthrospira is used as a dietary supplement or whole food. [1]
In very high densities (algal blooms), these algae may discolor the water and outcompete, poison, or asphyxiate other life forms. Algae can be used as indicator organisms to monitor pollution in various aquatic systems. [91] In many cases, algal metabolism is sensitive to various pollutants.
MK7 was originally known as a fungus that consumed algae, produced a lipid byproduct and upon drying it exuded oil. [8] " Fy", which is short for Fusarium str. yellowstonensis , contains a complete protein (has all nine essential amino acids needed for human nutrition) that is believed to have potential use in meatless burgers, dairy ...