“The purpose of this experiment is to explore the possibility of naturally depleting the nitrogen of algae’s media to boost its lipid yields,” said Gregory. “This is an improvement of the normal methods that involve harvesting the algae and physically transferring it into a nitrogen depleted… Continue reading 14-Year-Old’s Biofuel Breakthrough Boosts Algae Production 500%
Daily Archives: August 26, 2014
Hawaii-based Cardax partners with Capsugel to market astaxanthin
Hawaii-based pharmaceutical company Cardax is partnering with major drug capsule manufacturer Capsugel to mass-produce the anti-inflammatory nutritional supplement called astaxanthin. Continue reading Hawaii-based Cardax partners with Capsugel to market astaxanthin
Seaweed is the ocean’s potion
BATH — Jane Robinson first learned of the healing properties of seaweed after she had several scares with skin cancer. Robinson’s dermatologist told her that of the hundreds of patients he saw, she healed quicker than any. And he wanted to know why… Continue reading Seaweed is the ocean’s potion
A real Taste of the Sea: Ice lolly ‘decorated with seaweed’
Ice lollies are a seaside tradition – but now there’s one that actually claims to taste of the ocean. Visitors to the North Wales resorts of Llandudno and Conwy have been trying lollies that promises a truly authentic ‘Taste of the Sea.’… Continue reading A real Taste of the Sea: Ice lolly ‘decorated with seaweed’
Algaetech International to develop RM27m astaxanthin facility
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 21 — Algaetech International Sdn Bhd is developing a RM27 million astaxanthin facility for Haematococcus pluvialis cultivation at Technology Park Malaysia (TPM), the first of its kind in Asean, aimed at penetrating the US and New Zealand market… Continue reading Algaetech International to develop RM27m astaxanthin facility
How superfood seaweed can help your thyroid
The sea contains most of the world’s iodine. This mineral which is essential for a healthy thyroid gland, was discovered in 1811 by Bernard Courtois. Yet long before this, from about 1600 BC, Chinese healers were treating goitres… Continue reading How superfood seaweed can help your thyroid
Liao Yuan City’s Microalgae Cultivation Facility Aims to Produce 1,000 tons of DHA Yearly
[Jilin Province, China] According to the Jilin province Liao Yuan City Economic and Technological Cooperation Network, the construction of Jilin’s Xima Biotechnology Co. Ltd. (希瑪生物科技有限公司) Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) production plant located in… Continue reading Liao Yuan City’s Microalgae Cultivation Facility Aims to Produce 1,000 tons of DHA Yearly
Beach looks like a scene from Tron as it lights up with beautiful blue glowing algae signalling the start of spring
Sydneysiders who opted for a late-night stroll by the ocean would have been treated to a romantic sight on Sunday night as the ocean literally glowed blue with each rolling wave.
As delighted Manly Beach locals… Continue reading Beach looks like a scene from Tron as it lights up with beautiful blue glowing algae signalling the start of spring