[Japan] Researchers at Hiroshima University and the University of Tsukuba showed that coccolith disks made of calcium carbonate in Emiliania huxleyi, one of the promising biomass resources, potentially perform roles in reducing and enhancing the light that enters the cell by light scattering. Continue reading Potential of disk-shaped coccolith structures to promote efficient bioenergy production
Daily Archives: September 10, 2015
Sargassum cocktail coming
[Barbados ] Visitors to Barbados may soon be in for a treat with an unexpected ingredient as the base of a new drink. Continue reading Sargassum cocktail coming
US Environmental Protection Agency Biotechnology Algae Project
[USA] The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is developing a project to support public dialog concerning the development and use of biotechnology. Continue reading US Environmental Protection Agency Biotechnology Algae Project
Philippines' government to put up P3.1-million seaweed nursery
[Philippines ] The Department of Agriculture (DA) said on Friday it is set to construct a P3.1-million nursery, production and marketing start-up subproject for the seaweed industry of Palawan under the World Bank-funded Philippine Rural Development Project (PRDP). Continue reading Philippines' government to put up P3.1-million seaweed nursery
Pizza makers slashes salt from frozen pizzas, but there's no algae substitute… yet
[Global] Nestlé has upped its efforts to entice more health-conscious consumers to one of the most nutritionally bankrupt fixtures in the supermarket: the frozen pizza aisle. Continue reading Pizza makers slashes salt from frozen pizzas, but there's no algae substitute… yet
Fledgling edible seaweed industry growing in Maine
[USA] Evan Mallett of the Black Trumpet Bistro in Portsmouth was intrigued when he was approached by a University of New Hampshire marine researcher about incorporating seaweed into his menu. Continue reading Fledgling edible seaweed industry growing in Maine