Algae Biotechnology for Biomedical and Nutritional Applications
“Algae Biotechnology for Biomedical and Nutritional Applications” by Ashfaq Ahmad, published by Elsevier Science on January 21, 2025, spans 392 pages and is presented in English. This book offers a comprehensive overview of various micro- and macroalgal species, detailing their industrial production processes and the latest advancements in their applications within biomedical fields. It explores the potential health benefits of algal-based functional foods and their commercial value in the food and nutraceutical industries.
Readers will find an in-depth examination of the advances in the biomedical and nutritional applications of algae over the past decade. The book identifies existing knowledge gaps and suggests future research areas, covering a range of topics from large-scale cultivation and harvesting to the processing of high-value bioproducts. It also addresses algal biomaterials, medicinal foods, and applications in pharmaceuticals and nutrition. With contributions from a diverse group of expert researchers, this edition serves as a valuable resource for academics, researchers, postgraduates, graduate students, and industry professionals interested in the field of algal biotechnology.
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Algal-based functional foods have potential health benefits, and their commercial value depends on their application in the food and nutraceutical industries. Algae Biotechnology for Biomedical and Nutritional Applications provides a comprehensive overview of different micro- and macroalgal species, their industrial production processes, and the latest advancements in and applications of algae in biomedical fields.
This book describes advances in the biomedical and nutritional applications of algae achieved during the last decade, identifies gaps in the present knowledge, and proposes research areas for the future. This book covers various aspects of algal biotechnology, from the basics to large-scale cultivation, harvesting, and processing, for a variety of high-value bioproducts. Additionally, it also covers topics such as algal biomaterials, algal medicinal foods, algal production for bio-medicine, as well as applications in pharmaceutical, nutritional, and value-added bioproducts. With contributions from an international array of expert researchers in the field, this book is a comprehensive resource for academics, researchers, postgraduates, graduate students, and industry professionals.
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