Exploring the Benefits of Phycocyanin: From Spirulina Cultivation to Its Widespread Applications
Universidade do Porto · Rede de Química e Tecnologia · +2 more institutions
Abstract
Large-scale production of microalgae and their bioactive compounds has steadily increased in response to global demand for natural compounds. Spirulina, in particular, has been used due to its high nutritional value, especially its high protein content. Promising biological functions have been associated with Spirulina extracts, mainly related to its high value added blue pigment, phycocyanin. Phycocyanin is used in several industries such as food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals, which increases its market value. Due to the worldwide interest and the need to replace synthetic compounds with natural ones, efforts have been made to optimize large-scale production processes and maintain phycocyanin stability,…
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8Topics & keywords
- Phycocyanin
- Spirulina (dietary supplement)
- Extraction (chemistry)
- Chemistry
- Biochemical engineering
- Ammonium sulfate
- Pulp and paper industry
- Biotechnology