Nutrient Recovery of Spent Biomass and Lipid-Extraction from Wastewater in the Production of Thraustochytrids

This project aims to explore the novel concept of nutrient recycling within the production process of microalgae biomass for biofuels and bioproducts. After extraction of primary products, the remaining waste materials which contain potential nutritional value will be evaluated for potential recycling as feedstocks into the production of additional microalgae biomass. Completion of this project will provide extensive information regarding the physicochemical composition of the waste products, thereby shedding light on its potential value for multiple applications. The outcomes of this project will enable the industrial partner to appropriately manage this waste stream and maximize the efficiency of their production process

Faculty Supervisor:

Su-Ling Brooks

Student:

Partner:

Mara Renewables

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Biotechnology; Environmental Science and Technology; Green/Alternative Energy

University:

Dalhousie University

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