Aathmika posted Algae gene modification hots up in India too !1

Stephen Mayfield, director, San Diego Center for Algae Biotechnology, University of California, said: “Countries with a well-trained technological force like India will have an enormous advantage, but only if investments ... more

Aathmika posted High cholesterol Algae !!0

The 24-hour circadian clock found in human cells is the same as that found in algae!A study conducted by Researchers from Britain's Cambridge and Edinburgh universities claims this. What's more ! ... more

Kumar posted Step by step prototype for algae bio-fuel0

Dear members,I have planned to do a prototype of indoor bio-reactor based algae bio-fuel. I need all the members to share and support for the technical informations.step 1.Identification of high oil ... more

Kumar posted New method to enhance algae photosynthesis that increases lipid4

The photosynthesis is the main functionality of algae. By increasing the photosynthesis we can get more lipid storage from algae. As far as my result the Calvin cycle initial process ... more

Aathmika posted Parry's nutraceutical's Spirulina - one of its kind in the world4

Parry Nutraceuticals is one of the rare organic manufacturers of spirulina available  in the world after organic rule changes. To most manufacturers, it has become unviable to make organic spirulina. Parrys and Valensa have ... more

Aathmika posted Blue green algae3

OccurenceBlue green algae is also known as Cynobacteria.Cyanobacteria have the distinction of being the oldest known fossils, more than 3.5 billion years old, in fact! It may surprise you then ... more

Aathmika commented on Algae biodiesel univ project seeks partners !1

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Aathmika posted Dream Team to Deliver Cheap Algae Biodiesel1

    Cost of algae oil extraction has been a stumbling block in algae gaining popularity.  A group of elite scientist of UK appear to have overcome this issue.An elite scientific team drawn ... more

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KV Subramaniam, president and CEO, Reliance Life Sciences, explains that the biggest challenge for biofuel producers is the availability and the price of feedstock. He adds that biofuel being a nascent industry can thrive only with adequate support from the government.

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Regarding creation of ethanol from seaweed, PK Ghosh, director, CSMCRI, says, %u201CKappaphycus (red algae) cultivation in the sea to raise sugarcane productivity has opened up an opportunity to sequester carbon in a most efficient and sustainable manner, with unprecedented energy output to input ratio.

Aathmika commented on National Algae Association Executive Director Named to Top 100 People in Bioenergy13

Congrats to Barry Cohen ! John Benneman time was to open up newer labs or newer ideas and more patents etc., which is what NREL churned out. Barry Cohen's accomplishment as ... more

Aathmika posted Algal Biotechnology by Mihir Kumar Das2

This book is a theoretical treatise on several aspects of Algal Biotechnology. In each article Prof Mihir Kumar Das has co authored, except the one written by Mark Edwards of ... more

Aathmika commented on National Algae Association Executive Director Named to Top 100 People in Bioenergy13

Congrats to Barry Cohen ! While many of us have been following the latest research findings, Barry Cohen pushed forward the move to commercialise and deserves all praise for that. ... more

Aathmika commented on Biotech Investors ? Where are they?3

Good article. Thanks more

Aathmika commented on ALGAE FOR FOOD9

Wow.You have given a huge picture more

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Sapphire Energy says that its Algae-based fuels emit approximately two-thirds less CO2 than petroleum-based fuels. How is it possible ?

Kumar posted BioRemediation with algae5

Hi friends after 3 months i am back. Now i am doing a research for degrading hydrocarbons a process of breaking heavy crude oil by naturally using algae. Is there ... more

Kumar posted Bio-Marine-Robot Fish2

I am creating a Bionic fish that will works as a server that(50% has completed) 1.Evenly provides micro C02 bubbles, 2.Nourishment for algae, 3.Ph regulation, 4.Contamination checking. 5.Video Camera The BIONIC Fish is an ... more

Kumar commented on rules for biofuel gene expression level-my project4

Nice start... I have done DNA & Genome based analysis of 3 algae. I am trying to do some important changes in the algae: 1. More lipid storage 2. High immunity power 3. Nutrition needed ... more

Kumar posted Medicinal uses of seaweed2

Sea weeds are packed with goodness and are used to treat: Thyroid problems Goiter Erectile dysfunction Respiratory problems Skin problems Obesity more

Kumar posted Algae extract and hair loss2

Algae extract is taken from the seaweeds. In many countries, it forms a major part in the staple diet as it contains necessary nutrients. Natural seaweeds are a rich source ... more

Kumar commented on PBR's the ultimate design!?7

See now a days every one chosen PBR only. U can see most of the artice is focussed on PBR. Less people only supporting open pond. Nice article. more

Kumar commented on botryococcus braunii5

Though B. braunii can be potentially used as a biodiesel feedstock, the processes required are relatively complex.Botryococcus braunii (B. braunii, Bb) is one of the most exciting and prized algae ... more

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Creating algae bio fuel to ASTM D-6751 IS 15607 : 2005 and creating a green world.