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Advancements in algal biorefineries for sustainable agriculture: Biofuels, high-value products, and environmental solutions
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Micro- and macroalgal biomass conversion into valuable products is central to biorefinery research, addressing global challenges in energy and sustainability. This review details recent advancements in algal biomass conversion, focusing on the enhancement of conversion technologies to increase commercial value. Methods such as pyrolysis and catalytic bioconversion are examined for their efficiency in producing biofuels and biochemicals. The utilization of specialized algal strains for effective bioremediation and the role of algal-derived biofertilizers and biostimulants in providing sustainable alternatives to chemical fertilizers are discussed. These alternatives significantly improve soil health and plant growth. The review also highlights advanced extraction techniques, including supercritical CO2 and enzyme-assisted extraction, expanding the application of algal derivatives beyond traditional agricultural uses. Despite the potential, challenges such as high cultivation and processing costs remain, necessitating further optimization of algae-based biofuels for commercial viability. The crucial roles of genetic engineering and synthetic biology are emphasized in enhancing algal productivity and tailoring bioproduct synthesis. The review stresses the need for continued research and technological advancements to overcome these barriers, thus promoting the broader adoption of algal biorefineries and contributing to sustainable agricultural practices and enhanced global energy security.
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- Authors
- Samoraj, M., Çalış, D., Trzaska, K., Mironiuk, M., & Chojnacka, K.
- Affiliations
- Wrocław University of Science and Technology (PL)
- Corresponding author
- Samoraj, Mateusz
- Çalış, Derya
- Chojnacka, Katarzyna
- Venue
- Biocatalysis and Agricultural Biotechnology
- Publisher
- Elsevier BV
- Published
- 2024-06
- Volume
- 58
- Pages
- 103224
- ISSN
- 1878-8181 (ISSN-L)
- OpenAlex
- W4396824689
- Semantic Scholar
- 391d27fdae8162a648d23b07ef4a7bea2e4d48ac
- Cited by
- 152
- References
- 147
- Citations by year
- 2026: 71 · 2025: 70 · 2024: 11
- FWCI
- 10.16
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- en
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- Biocatalysis and Agricultural Biotechnology (publishedVersion, cc-by-nc)
- Funders
- Narodowe Centrum Badań i Rozwoju (LIDER13/0290/2022)
- Topics
- Physical Sciences › Energy › Renewable Energy, Sustainability and the Environment › Algal biology and biofuel production
- Life Sciences › Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology › Molecular Biology › Microbial Metabolic Engineering and Bioproduction
- Physical Sciences › Engineering › Biomedical Engineering › Biofuel production and bioconversion
- Keywords
- algal biorefinery, microalgae, seaweed, biofuels, bio-oil, pyrolysis, algal bioremediation, biostimulants, supercritical CO2 extraction, enzymatic extraction, genetic engineering of algae, synthetic biology, sustainable agriculture, soil health, plant growth promotion, algal biomass conversion
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