In its search for algae that can be used in wastewater or effluent cleansing, Neoalgae has identified three microalgae species for its cleaning process. The three species that have been identified are: Isochrysis galbana, Tetraselmis chui, and Phaeodactylum tricornutum. This article will introduce the first of our three and will take a closer look at the key cellular characteristics, habitat, cultivation conditions, and some potential applications for each type of algae. Let’s start by taking a closer look at Isochrysis galbana.
IIsochrysis Galbana is a marine microalga that belongs to the class Prymnesiophyceae and the Order Isocrhysidales. It has an oval coin-shaped structure, with a length of 5-6µm and a width of 2-4µm and is golden-orange in colour. In the apical area (near the apex/tip) there are 2 flagella that give it motility. It does not have coenobial structures, that is, the union of several cells externally (and sometimes connected by internal ducts) that protects them against adverse conditions. It is found in almost all marine water sources on Earth. However, for artificial cultivation its optimal temperature is 20ºC and the pH of its medium is between 7.0 and 8.0.
Noteworthy Attributes
It’s high concentration of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (DHA, to a greater extent), are appealing to aquaculture and nutraceutical industries. This makes it an important part of the diet solutions of many organisms in their early stages, growth stages. It is also one of the microalgae that accumulates the most photoprotective pigments (carotenoids), among which is fucoxanthin, which can offer/can create anti-obesity and anti-inflammatory effects.
Who is Neoalgae:
Neoalgae, has spent more than 10 years innovating from Asturias, where it has positioned itself as a biotechnological benchmark in the cultivation and development of microalgae with a strong environmental commitment. It is a pioneer in the development of microalgae applications and cultures, to which it adds innovative references to the market through its different brands and business lines. Its operational headquarters are an energy self-sufficient modern plant in Gijón, made up of greenhouses for the cultivation of different species of microalgae, specialized laboratories, a natural cosmetics manufacturing plant, and its recently inaugurated office building that allowed Neoalgae to increase its technical capacity. Neoalgae has 9 patents, 12 awards, 18 certifications, nearly 40 Research and Development projects, and is FSSC 22,000 certified*.
*FSSC 22,000 is a certification Scheme for the auditing and certification of Food Safety Management Systems
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