Molecules,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
30(9), P. 2055 - 2055
Published: May 5, 2025
Polysaccharides
(PSs)
are
the
most
abundant
carbohydrates
in
nature,
performing
essential
biological
functions
such
as
immune
system
regulation,
structural
support,
and
cell
communication.
PSs
from
marine
microalgae
have
gained
increasing
attention
due
to
their
diverse
activities
potential
applications
various
fields,
including
human
health
sector.
These
natural
macromolecules,
primarily
composed
of
glucose,
xylose,
galactose,
rhamnose,
fucose,
exhibit
bioactive
properties
influenced
by
molecular
weight,
sulfation
degree,
complexity.
Microalgal
can
function
antiviral,
antimicrobial,
antioxidant,
immunomodulatory,
antitumor
agents,
making
them
promising
candidates
for
pharmaceutical
nutraceutical
applications.
Additionally,
physicochemical
make
valuable
ingredients
cosmetics,
serving
hydrating
UV
protectants,
anti-ageing
compounds.
The
production
presents
a
sustainable
alternative
terrestrial
plants,
be
cultivated
under
controlled
conditions,
ensuring
high
yield
purity
while
minimizing
environmental
impact.
Despite
potential,
challenges
remain
optimizing
extraction
techniques,
enhancing
characterization,
scaling
up
commercial
This
review
provides
an
overview
principal
eukaryotic
possible
use
cosmetic
Challenges
address
implement
products
improve
wellbeing
also
discussed.
In
recent
times,
there
has
been
a
revolutionary
surge
in
antioxidant
research,
with
focus
on
harnessing
microalgae
to
enhance
wellness
and
extend
human
longevity.
Microalgae,
diverse
group
of
unicellular
photosynthetic
organisms,
have
emerged
as
promising
sources
natural
antioxidants
due
their
ability
synthesize
various
bioactive
compounds,
including
carotenoids,
polyphenols,
tocopherols.
These
play
pivotal
role
scavenging
free
radicals
reducing
oxidative
stress,
known
contributors
aging
chronic
diseases.
This
review
provides
an
over-view
advancements
understanding
microalgae’s
potential,
covering
biochemical
composition,
extraction
techniques,
purification
methods.
Moreover,
it
delves
into
compelling
vitro
vivo
studies
showcasing
microalgae-derived
antioxidants’
protective
effects
against
damage,
inflammation,
cardiovascular
diseases,
neurodegenerative
disorders.
The
sustainable
cultivation
controlled
environments
further
supports
the
potential
for
large-scale
production
commercialization
compounds.
As
continue
revolutionize
they
hold
immense
promise
developing
novel
preventive
therapeutic
strategies
promote
health
wellbeing.
Advances in Colloid and Interface Science,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
333, P. 103297 - 103297
Published: Aug. 30, 2024
Microalgae
are
microorganisms
that
rich
in
bioactive
compounds,
including
pigments,
proteins,
lipids,
and
polysaccharides.
These
compounds
can
be
utilized
for
a
number
of
biomedical
purposes,
drug
delivery,
wound
healing,
tissue
engineering.
Nevertheless,
encapsulating
microalgae
cells
metabolites
is
vital
to
protect
them
prevent
premature
degradation.
This
also
enables
the
development
intelligent
controlled
release
strategies
compounds.
review
outlines
most
employed
encapsulation
techniques
microalgae,
with
particular
focus
on
their
applications.
include
ionic
gelation,
oil-in-water
emulsions,
spray
drying.
Such
have
been
widely
explored,
due
ability
sensitive
from
degradation,
enhance
stability,
extend
shelf
life,
mask
undesirable
tastes
or
odours,
control
enable
targeted
delivery
specific
sites
within
body
environment.
Moreover,
patent
landscape
analysis
provided,
allowing
an
overview
technology
applied
variety
fields,
pharmaceuticals,
cosmetics,
food,
agriculture.
Life,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
15(2), P. 184 - 184
Published: Jan. 26, 2025
This
study
explores
the
mixotrophic
cultivation
of
Limnospira
platensis
using
dairy
byproducts,
specifically
scotta
whey
(SW),
buttermilk
wastewater
(BMW),
and
(DWW),
to
promote
biomass
production
enhance
composition
bioactive
compounds.
By
assessing
various
concentrations
(1%,
2%,
4%
v
v−1)
these
byproducts
in
a
modified
growth
medium,
this
aims
evaluate
their
effect
on
L.
growth,
phycocyanin
(C-PC)
content,
fatty
acid
methyl
ester
(FAME)
profiles.
The
results
show
that
optimal
was
achieved
with
2%
wastewater,
reaching
maximum
3.30
g
L−1
3.19
L−1,
respectively.
Mixotrophic
led
increased
C-PC
yields,
especially
treatments,
highlighting
potential
for
producing
valuable
pigments.
Additionally,
FAME
profiles
indicated
minimal
changes
compared
control,
oleic
γ-linolenic
acids
being
dominant
conditions.
These
findings
support
viability
utilizing
sustainable
cultivation,
contributing
circular
bioeconomy
while
compounds
nutritional
commercial
interest.
