Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Faculty Publications Book Chapter Faculty Publications- Book Chapter Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Sudheesh, Arjun K.; Antony, Alwin; George, Alwin; Kavana Somaiah, C.; Umesh, Mridul; Thazeem, Basheer Title A name given to the resource Microalgae as Biorefineries for Biofuel and Bioenergy Production: Recent Developments and Future Prospects Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 01-01-2025 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Environmental Science and Engineering;Volume;Part F1;pp.337-358 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context <a href="https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-62660-9_13" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-62660-9_13</a> <br /><br /><a href="https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/85217852016?origin=resultslist" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/85217852016?origin=resultslist</a> Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Sudheesh A.K., Department of Life Sciences, CHRIST (Deemed to Be University), Karnataka, Bangalore, India; Antony A., Department of Life Sciences, CHRIST (Deemed to Be University), Karnataka, Bangalore, India; George A., Department of Life Sciences, CHRIST (Deemed to Be University), Karnataka, Bangalore, India; Kavana Somaiah C., Department of Life Sciences, CHRIST (Deemed to Be University), Karnataka, Bangalore, India; Umesh M., Department of Life Sciences, CHRIST (Deemed to Be University), Karnataka, Bangalore, India; Thazeem B., Waste Management Division, Integrated Rural Technology Centre (IRTC), Kerala, Palakkad, India Description An account of the resource Microalgae boasts unique advantages regarding biofuel production, where researchers have made significant strides in increasing biofuel yields while reducing costs by improving lipid profiles in various microalgal strains, incorporating nano-additives, and improving extraction techniques. They have achieved this through genetic engineering, nanotechnology, and innovative cultivation techniques, optimizing the entire process. Moreover, microalgae are rich in bioactive compounds, and this chapter emphasizes advanced methods for extracting and purifying compounds like carotenoids, phycobiliproteins, polysaccharides, and omega-3 fatty acids, which have broad applications in food, medicine, and various industries. In energy production, microalgae generate renewable and eco-friendly energy through microbial fuel cells, employing techniques such as thermochemical liquefaction and producing energy from fermentation processes. Advancements in microalgae-based photobioreactors and strategies to improve photosynthetic efficiency further contribute to the efficiency and scalability of energy production. The book chapter highlights the importance and sustainability of microalgae in addressing energy and environmental challenges. By harnessing the latest advancements in biofuel production, valuable product synthesis, and renewable energy generation, microalgae have the potential to steer in a greener and brighter future. Their rapid growth, carbon dioxide absorption, and valuable compound synthesis make them a powerful tool in our pursuit of sustainable solutions. Embracing the potential of microalgae can lead us to an environmentally friendly and economically prosperous future. The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2025. Subject The topic of the resource Bioenergy; Biofuel; Microalgae; Microbial fuel cells; Value added products Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH Relation A related resource ISSN: 18635520; Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Book chapter Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Restricted Access; Hardcopy may be available in the library Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource online