Prospects of Algal Bioeconomy

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Pau Loke Show is the Director of the Center of Excellence for Research, Value Innovation and Entrepreneurship (CERVIE), UCSI University, Malaysia. He has also been affiliated with Khalifa University and the University of Nottingham Malaysia as a Professor of Biochemical Engineering. His research focuses on biochemical engineering, bioprocessing and sustainable applications of biotechnology, with particular interest in algae-based technologies. He has held leadership roles in professional and international bioprocessing organizations and has extensive experience in academic and research collaboration. He is also a professional engineer and technologist and he holds many memberships with engineering and higher-education organizations in Malaysia and the UK.

Kit Wayne Chew is an Assistant Professor at the Chemical and Petroleum Engineering Department, United Arab Emirates University, Al Ain, United Arab Emirates. He obtained his PhD from the University of Nottingham, where he began his research in sustainable bioprocess engineering for food and pharmaceutical products. His current research focuses on algae biotechnology and the development of cost-effective and environmentally friendly methods for synthesizing functional ingredients. His research interests include sustainable bioprocessing and the utilization of algae for value-added applications.

Wai Yan Cheah is a Senior Lecturer at the Centre of Research in Development, Social and Environment (SEEDS), Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Malaysia. She obtained her PhD from Universiti Malaya, where she began her research on microalgae, biorefineries and wastewater management. Her current research focuses on wastewater cultivation and microalgae-based biorefinery applications, including the production of biofuels, bioplastics and other value-added metabolites. Her work contributes to the development of sustainable approaches for integrating microalgae cultivation with wastewater treatment and resource recovery.Kuan Shiong Khoo is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science at Yuan Ze University, Taiwan, where he leads the Algae Bioseparation Research Laboratory. He obtained his Bachelor's degree in Applied Chemistry from Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS, Malaysia, and his PhD in Chemical Engineering from the University of Nottingham Malaysia. His research focuses on both upstream and downstream processing in microalgal biotechnology and biorefinery. His research also integrated areas including the closed-loop recycling of food waste for biochar and biohydrogen production, microalgae cultivation using wastewater, and AI-driven modelling for data analysis and image processing.****

Klappentext

Prospects of Algal Bioeconomy explores the exploitation of algae for a circular economy, showcasing their potential in diverse industries. It offers invaluable insights into harnessing algae for a greener tomorrow. Written and edited by a global team of experts in the field of phycology, this book includes chapters on topics such as synergistic benefits of algae and microorganisms, recovery of algal products, and the role of algae in aquaculture and biotechnology. Explore techno-economic analysis, life cycle assessments of algae production, and gain insights into the adaptability and future prospects of this sustainable resource.

Inhalt

1. Marine food chain: Algae release of volatile organic carbons
2. Synergistic benefits of algae and microorganisms
3. Algal products recovery using hydrothermal method
4. Advance technologies for sustainable use of algae
5. Low carbon initiative: Microalgae CO2 bioconversion
6. Low carbon initiative: Industrial flue gas recycling using microalgae
7. Algae in aquaculture and biotechnology for circular economy
8. Bio-circular bioeconomy and linear economy
9. Bio-Industrial adaptation
10. Techno-economic analysis
11. Life cycle assessment of algae production for biomass
12. Risk assessment, social adaptability and future prospect
13. Modelling of commercial scale production for algae in environment