Algae Power

Posted: December 15, 2017 Under: Uncategorized By green No Comments

Rare algae enzyme to convert cooking oil into ready-to-use biofuel December 14, 2019
[Denmark] Researchers have found an unusual, light-dependent enzyme in microalgae. A new project at the Department of Engineering, Aarhus University, will use the enzyme in a system to produce drop-in fuels from waste oils and fats. A grant of DKK 3 million (EUR 0.4 mill.) from the Novo Nordisk Foundation will kick-start a new research […]
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Singapore is the first country to launch three new Tao Kae Noi Mala snacks and bubble milk tea seaweed December 11, 2019
[Singapore] It seems like the Bubble Milk Tea trend is here to stay. First, we had the Bubble Tea Factory, and now, we have the Bubble Milk Tea Seaweed. Unlike the usual savoury seaweed Tao Kae Noi has, the Bubble Milk Tea Crispy Seaweed has a sweet note. The second you pop it into your […]
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Seaweed-based biostimulants to enhance productivity December 9, 2019
[India] CSMCR (Central Salt and Marine Chemical Research Institute, Bhavnagar, Gujarat, India), has been working on the development of seaweed-based biostimulants that will help increase crop productivity in India by up to 37%. He is also one of the authors of a research article called Influence of Seaweed Saps on Germination, Growth and Yield of […]
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Tawi-Tawi to get P200-M power generator for seaweed production next year December 7, 2019
[Philippines] Tawi-Tawi is expected to greatly increase its supply of seaweeds or agar-agar in national and global outlets by next year with the upcoming installation there of a P200 million power generation facility, according to stakeholders. The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) will start installing in the first quarter of 2020 the P200 million […]
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Invasive seaweed Undaria could be New Zealand’s next big export December 6, 2019
[New Zealand] A seaweed considered a “pest” in New Zealand waters could one day be on the plates of Japanese, Korean and Chinese diners. View full article at: Invasive seaweed Undaria could be New Zealand’s next big export Contact Algae World News for algae industry advertising and other opinions: info@algaeworld.org
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Algae-laden hydrogels could bring buildings to life December 6, 2019
[UK, Global] Air pollution and high energy consumption are issues affecting densely populated cities worldwide. The need to develop solutions to curb these banes of urban living have inspired the design of building infrastructure that can react and adapt to changing environmental conditions. Unlike conventional, static building materials, smart materials possess this dynamic functionality, which […]
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Heliae, R.W. Griffin to launch strategic alliance to promote Georgia soil health December 5, 2019
[USA] Heliae® Agriculture is partnering with the R.W. Griffin family of companies to drive soil health in Georgia and North Florida. R.W. Griffin, one of the largest fertilizer retailers in Georgia, has become one of the company’s official distributors for the southeast region. Griffin Evans, Chemical and Seed Director for R.W. Griffin says, “We are […]
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Sand Point will be home to innovative seaweed farming model December 5, 2019
[USA] Alaska Sea Grant has recieved new federal funds to develop sustainable aquaculture projects in Alaska. In Sand Point – a community of about a thousand people out along the Alaska Peninsula and Shumagin Islands – an innovative new seaweed farm is getting underway. Alaska Sea Grant has partnered with the Aleutians East Borough to […]
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Microalgae yields biofuel & high-value by-products December 4, 2019
[Australia] Microalgae produces more organic matter for each square metre of land used than any other ‘crop’ or tree. It is abundant and cheap organic matter that could provide new biofuels and basic ingredients for everyday products, using low-energy processes that reduce reliance on fossil fuels. Queensland University of Technology (QUT) scientists are investigating each […]
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UF researchers investigate how seaweed might prevent colon cancer, digestive inflammation December 2, 2019
[USA] Consuming a seaweed found near the Florida Keys may offer health benefits in preventing colon cancer and inflammatory diseases of the digest tract, according to researchers in the University of Florida College of Pharmacy. A comprehensive multiyear study identified seaweed compounds responsible for anti-inflammatory activities and their mechanism of action. Researchers tested the natural […]
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