Algae in the Bioeconomy

<p>Algae play an important ecological role as oxygen producers and carbon sequesters and are the food base for all aquatic life. Algae are economically important as a source of crude oil food and feed and pharmaceutical and industrial products. High-value and sustainable products from algae are already economically viable and can be a fundamental driver for fuel production. <b>Algae in the Bioeconomy</b> provides a detailed overview of the chemical composition of algae and shows that an integrated biorefinery approach is necessary for large-scale algae production and conversion where multiple products are produced. This book serves as a unique compendium of knowledge covering the essential features of algae and their applications.</p><ul> <li>Discusses the structural chemistry and biology of micro- and macroalgal components</li> <li>Describes classification occurrence conversion and production of micro- and macroalgae</li> <li>Offers strategies for optimal use of micro- and macroalgae in the bioeconomy including regional strategies in the EU US China India Malaysia Norway and Chile</li> <li>Features forewords from international experts offering both a scientific and an economic/strategic viewpoint</li> </ul><p>This book is intended for an interdisciplinary audience in chemical engineering biotechnology and environmental science and engineering promoting research development and application of algae as a sustainable resource.</p>