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European journal of molecular biology and biochemistry

Volume 1, Issue 5, 2014
Mcmed International
European journal of molecular biology and biochemistry
Issn
2348 - 2192 (Print), 2348 - 2206 (Online)
Frequency
bi-annual
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http://mcmed.us/journal/ejmbb
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Abstract
Title
MICROALGAE POTENTIALS IN BIOTECHNOLOGY
Author
*Ugoala Emeka, 1Ndukwe George Iloegbunam, 2Ayo Rachael Gbekele-Oluwa and 3Mustapha Bola
Email
nnaemekaugoala@yahoo.co.uk
keyword
Microalgae, Functional Foods, Molecular farming, Biotechnology.
Abstract
Many useful biomolecules are being discovered, mapped and eventually utilised commercially as a consequence of the fast development of biotechnology and bioinformatics. This fact has brought about a great interest for seeking new products that can improve our health and wellbeing. Biotechnology is one of the key technologies of the present century that have changed and influenced industries, global problems, and bring great expectations for the future. Microalgae biotechnology is able to enhance the quality of life of humans and animal due to its chemical constituents, namely high protein content, with balanced amino acids pattern, carotenoids, fatty acids, vitamins, polysaccharides, sterols, phycobilins and other biologically active compounds, more efficiently than traditional crops. Polyunsaturated fatty acids, carotenoids and phycocolloids are examples for products used in the food industry, while other compounds serve as templates for the development of new pharmaceutical drugs. Generally, micro-algal biotechnology are being utilized in food, feed, fuel, fertilizer, and colourant, production of various secondary metabolites including vitamins, toxins, enzymes, pharmaceuticals, pharmacological probes and pollution abatement. The present work shows the results of a bibliographic revision done on the chemical composition of different microalgae together with a critical discussion about their potential in biotechnology.
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