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AUTOMATED CELL ANALYSER AND METHOD

Resumen de: US20260193588A1

0000 An automated cell analyser and method for determining a property of a cell, preferably a microalgal cell. In an embodiment, the method includes the steps of: (1) adding a cell sample to a microfluidic device; (2) capturing one or more images of at least one cell of the sample located within the microfluidic device; (3) carrying out image recognition of the one or more images to thereby determine a property of the at least one cell; and (4) cleaning the microfluidic device prior to adding a new cell sample to the microfluidic device, wherein: steps (3) and (4) need not be carried out in the stated order; steps (1) to (4) are preferably repeated using new cell samples; and at least steps (2) to (4) are automated.

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR MEMBRANE CARBONATION

Resumen de: US20260193584A1

Disclosed herein are methods and systems for membrane carbonation for cultivating microalgae and other microorganisms that utilize a gaseous substrate, as well as to upgrade the quality of mixed-gas streams.

COMPACT, MODULAR AND EASILY TRANSPORTABLE PHOTOBIOREACTOR

Resumen de: WO2026147361A1

This invention relates to a photobioreactor system that purifies and improves air quality by utilizing a microalgae bioreactor with integrated LED lighting and filter system to absorb pollutants, eliminate pathogens, and release oxygen-enriched air, while providing a sustainable and scalable solution to address environmental and public health challenges. The system includes; a compressor (1) that delivers atmospheric air to the system, an air distrubition and bubble generation system having pipes that generate carbon dioxide small bubble and large bubble from air, a photocatalytic filter (2) doped with neodymium or other nanomaterials, which oxidize and reduce impurities and contaminants from atmospheric air before entering the photobioreactor (1), a separator (4) which separates the biomass from the liquid phase, collecting the biomass for storage and subsequent treatment, a lightning system (7) including LED columns positioned at a maximum distance of 30 cm from each other and equipped with cyclic programs to reduce photoinhibition, a rain-fed system (8) that uniformly and regularly feeds microalgae through nozzles using nutrients from the fed tank (5), a heating system (9) keeping the water at optimal temperature and a control panel (6) allowing to monitor operating parameters and adjusting growth conditions in real-time through a network connected platform.

POULTRY WATER SUPPLY COMPOSITION AND METHODS FOR IMPROVING POULTRY HEALTH

Resumen de: WO2026147828A1

Disclosed herein are microalgal exudate aqueous compositions and their use in an aqueous poultry water supply additive and uses thereof for improving the health of poultry.

METHOD FOR OBTAINING EXOSOME-LIKE VESICLES FROM MICROALGAE

Resumen de: WO2026146199A1

The present invention provides a method for obtaining a composition comprising exosome-like vesicles or biomimetic exosomes from microalgae cells comprising a a)homogenizing microalgae cells by high-pressure, and b) eliminating cell debris from the homogenized solution obtained in step a). The invention also relates to a composition obteined by said method and to cosmetical and medical uses thereof.

MODULAR PHOTOBIOREACTOR FOR MICROALGAL BIOMASS PRODUCTION

Resumen de: WO2026147359A1

This invention related to photobioreactor providing a modular, scalable, and sustainable system for efficient microalgae cultivation, addressing diverse applications such as biomass production, environmental remediation, and bio-compound extraction. This system includes; a body constructed within a standard 20-foot corten steel, an airtight chamber which occupies approximately three-quarters of the body's internal volume for 10 containing the freshwater or saltwater needed for microalgae cultivation, a lightning system (3) including a plurality of LEDs which are programmable and adjustable in both intensity and duration, allowing precise management of lighting conditions to optimize microalgal growth, which is installed on the body ceilin an aeration and mixing system that providing CO2 for photosynthesis from air by a compressor (1) and 15 mixing the biomass within the chamber, a feeding system (4) ensuring a continuous and controlled supply of essential nutrients to the microalgal culture, a photocatalytic filter (2) purifying contaminants in air before being injected into the reactor, a control unit (5) that monitors and manages all key operating parameters of the photobioreactor in real- time, such as pH, temperature, CO₂, and nutrient concentration, photovoltaic panels 20 providing electrical energy for reactor, which is mounted outside of body and a filter (8) that filters contaminants in the water which is sent by a pump.

A NEW BAG SYSTEM FOR MICROALGAE PRODUCTION

Resumen de: WO2026147418A1

The invention relates to a bag system improved for use in obtaining microalgae, to provide the controlled environment needed and to increase production efficiency, in which biofilm formation and contamination effects are reduced, and the controls of light, temperature, gas exchange, and nutrient input and output are improved.

METHOD FOR CULTIVATING PHOTOTROPHIC MICROALGAE

Resumen de: WO2026142465A1

The invention relates to the field of biotechnology, and more particularly to a method for cultivating marine microalgae in enclosed photobioreactors with optimized physical and chemical parameters, and to a device for carrying out said method. The proposed photobioreactor and cultivation method (in particular, the chemical composition of a medium, and the illumination and aeration) make it possible to provide optimal conditions for microalgae cultivation which allow good gains in both microalgal biomass and carotenoid mass.

FOOD COMPOSITION

Resumen de: WO2026139376A1

The present invention relates to a food composition comprising (a) microalgal biomass material, said biomass material comprising at least 5 wt% of microalgal protein by weight of dry matter of the microalgal biomass, wherein the microalgal biomass material is in the form of non-lysed single cells and/or clusters of non-lysed single cells, with a particle size (D4,3) of 2 µm to 100µm, as measured upon redispersion in an aqueous medium at a concentration of 3 wt-% of microalgal biomass material by total weight of the aqueous medium and the microalgal biomass; and (b) alginate.

DIABETIC WOUND HEALING OINTMENT WITH HYPNUM CURVIFOLIUM BRYOPHYTE EXTRACT AND CHLORELLA VULGARIS MICROALGAE ENRICHED WITH TUNA WASTE OIL

Resumen de: WO2026139708A1

This invention involves a bioactive ointment for promoting diabetic wound healing which speeds up treatment process significantly. The ointment utilizes Hypnum Curvifolium bryophyte extract, Chlorella Vulgaris microalgae and fatty acids from tuna waste oil. Initially the hypnum bryophyte extract and microalgae are prepared via ultrasound. Next, the oil is extracted from the tuna waste using the Blythe-Dyre method. After separating the unsaturated fatty acids from the tuna waste oil, the hydrogel base is prepared. The proposed solution includes the step by step preparation method of the ingredients and the finalized obtained formula.

AGENT FOR ACTIVATING HAIR DERMAL PAPILLA CELLS

Resumen de: EP4767836A1

0001 An object of the present invention is to provide a formulation effective for activation of hair dermal papilla cells. Provided are a composition for activation of hair dermal papilla cells, a composition for hair regrowth promotion or hair growth, a composition for hair quality improvement, and a composition for FGF-2, FGF-7 or VEGF production promotion, containing a culture supernatant and/or extracellular vesicles of a microalga.

SYSTEM FOR REDUCING AND UTILIZING CARBON DIOXIDE GENERATED FROM SEWAGE TREATMENT PLANT

Resumen de: EP4768454A1

0001 A system for reducing and utilizing carbon dioxide generated from a sewage treatment plant is disclosed. The disclosed system for reducing and utilizing carbon dioxide generated from a sewage treatment plant includes a sewage treatment plant that purifies introduced sewage in multiple stages and generates carbon dioxide during a treatment process, an algae cultivation device that cultivates and produces microalgae using the carbon dioxide generated from the sewage treatment plant and sewage treated water, and a gas capture device that captures the carbon dioxide generated from the sewage treatment plant, and a nanobubble device that receives the sewage treated water treated from the sewage treatment plant and the carbon dioxide captured from the gas capture device and supplies the sewage treated water in which the carbon dioxide is dissolved by nanobubbles to the algae cultivation device.

FOOD COMPOSITION

Resumen de: EP4767833A1

0001 The invention relates to a method of producing a food composition comprising microalgal biomass with reduced off-flavour, said method comprising adding at least 0.001 wt.%, calculated by weight of the food product, of an aldehyde scavenger, said aldehyde scavenger containing at least 5 wt.%, calculated by weight of the aldehyde scavenger of cysteine. The invention also relates to Food composition comprising microalgal biomass material, said material comprising at least 5 wt% of microalgal protein by weight of dry matter of the microalgal biomass, and 2-pentyl-1,3-thiazolidine-4-carboxylic acid and/or salts thereof, and optionally, water. The invention also relates to a food composition comprising microalgal biomass material, comprising at least 5 wt% of microalgal protein by weight of dry matter of the microalgal biomass; hexanal or a source of hexanal; and at least 0.001 wt.%, calculated by weight of the food product, of an aldehyde scavenger, said aldehyde scavenger containing at least 5 wt.%, calculated by weight of the aldehyde scavenger of cysteine.

Method for processing microalgae

Resumen de: GB2702934A

A method of processing microalgae comprising: adding an inert abrasive agent to a microalgae biomass; and agitating the mixture to lyse the microalgal cells. The abrasive agent may be diatomaceous earth, diatomite, celite, kieselguhr. The microalgae may have not been previously frozen. The microalgae may be of the Spirulina genus (Arthrospira platensis). The method may further comprise separating water-soluble compounds from the mixture. The mixture may be dried to form a cake and contacted with a liquid such as water to leach water-soluble components into the liquid. The liquid may comprise phycocyanin. The liquid may be water. The liquid may be filtered. The method may comprise further steps of removing bacteria, concentrating or purifying the phycocyanin, and spray-dying the phycocyanin solution. The method may comprise a further step of separating the microalgae from the abrasive agent. A preservative may be added to the microalgal contents. Also claimed are compositions comprising microalgal cellular contents. The composition may comprise phycocyanin. Also claimed are uses of the composition as a pigment, colourant, biostimulant or fertiliser. Fig. 4

IN-SITU MANUFACTURING AND APPLICATION DEVICE AND METHOD FOR AGRICULTURAL MICROALGAE FERTILIZER

Resumen de: WO2026129604A1

The present invention relates to the field of microbial fertilizer manufacturing. Disclosed are an in-situ manufacturing and application device and method for an agricultural microalgae fertilizer. The device comprises a first box, wherein the first box is filled with a culture solution and microalgae; a replenishment tube is in communication with the first box; a plurality of small overflow holes are provided in a side wall of the first box; the replenishment tube can replenish the culture solution in the first box; when the replenishment tube injects the culture solution into the first box and the liquid level of the culture solution reaches the small overflow holes, culture solution containing microalgae flows out into the soil; and when the injection of the culture solution into the first box is stopped, the microalgae remaining in the first box continue to grow.

MASS CULTIVATION METHOD FOR MICROALGAE AND SYSTEM FOR CULTIVATION MICROALGAE

Resumen de: KR20260095297A

본 발명은 단일 종의 미세조류를 대량을 배양할 수 있는 자동화된 대량 배양 방법 및 그 시스템에 관한 것이다. 구체적으로는 수평으로 배치되며 서로 연결된 복수의 배양기가 다단으로 배치되어 있고, 각 단의 첫 번째 배양기들은 서로 연결되어 있는 복수의 배양기를 이용하여 미세조류의 추가 접종 없이도 대량으로 미세조류를 생산할 수 있는 대량 생산 방법 및 그 시스템에 관한 것이다.

HYBRID PHOTOBIOREACTOR FOR MICROALGAE CULTIVATION AND ATMOSPHERIC CARBON DIOXIDE CAPTURE

Resumen de: WO2026126194A1

This invention relates to a hybrid photobioreactor device capable of facilitating the occurrence of light-dark reactions in a sequential process within a single system. This is done to increase biomass production of microalgae/cyanobacteria cultures, with real-time monitoring of growth parameters. This device is functionally divided into five components: 1) a closed flat-panel bioreactor unit; 2) a light source platform unit; 3) a microalgae culture suspension transfer pump unit; 4) a dark-tube bioreactor unit made of opaque material where the dark reactions occur; and 5) a data logger module to monitor photosynthesis parameters. The ratio of the microalgae culture residence time in the light-panel bioreactor, where the light reactions occur, to the residence time in the dark-tube bioreactor, where the dark reactions occur, is adjusted to achieve effective and efficient operating conditions to support microalgae growth.

METHOD FOR PRODUCING POLYHYDROXYALKANOATE USING MICROALGAL BIOMASS HYDROLYSATE

Resumen de: WO2026127648A1

The present invention relates to a method for producing polyhydroxyalkanoate using a microalgal biomass hydrolysate. According to the present invention, PHA productivity can be improved by using a microalgal biomass hydrolysate for PHA production, and the chain length of PHA can be controlled according to the accumulation levels of lipids and carbohydrates in microalgae. Accordingly, the present invention provides the advantage of enabling the customized production of PHA having physical properties suitable for various applications. In addition, the present invention can replace existing biomass and can be effectively applied to PHA production processes requiring cost-effectiveness and eco-friendliness.

A PROCESS FOR CULTIVATING MICROALGAE

Resumen de: WO2026127757A1

A method for cultivating microalgae comprises the steps of inoculating a culture media with microalgae and adding a substrate into the inoculated culture media; and cultivating the microalgae under heterotrophic growth conditions and periodically introducing microscopic air bubbles and the substrate into the inoculated culture media.

MICROBIOLOGICAL PROCESS FOR THE PRODUCTION OF A FERMENTED EXTRACT OF THE OLIVE MILL WASTEWATER

Resumen de: WO2026125642A1

The present invention relates to a biotechnological process for the production of a OMWW fermented extract comprising the following steps: a) providing and mixing OMWW and microalgae Chlorella, thus obtaining a starting material; b) inoculating the starting material with a lactic acid bacterium and/or a yeast, and c) fermenting the starting material. The fermented OMWW extract obtained has the nutritional and functional profiles that enrich the nutritional characteristics of the product contained it, for example wheat bread, introducing notable biological and antioxidant compounds. Simultaneously, the products of the invention exhibited enhanced antifungal properties and extended shelf life especially.

Method for preparing polyhydroxyalkanoate using saccharified solution of microalgae biomass

Resumen de: KR20260091480A

0001a 본 발명은 미세조류 바이오매스 당화액을 이용한 폴리하이드록시알카노에이트 제조방법에 관한 것이다. 본 발명에 따르면, 미세조류 바이오매스 당화액을 PHA 생산에 이용함으로써 PHA의 생산성을 향상시킬 수 있고, 미세조류의 지질 및 탄수화물 축적량에 따라 PHA의 사슬 길이를 조절할 수 있다. 이에 따라 본 발명은 다양한 용도에 적합한 물성을 갖는 PHA를 맞춤형으로 제조할 수 있는 이점을 제공한다. 또한 본 발명은 기존의 바이오매스를 대체할 수 있으며, 경제성과 친환경성이 요구되는 PHA 생산 공정에 유용하게 적용될 수 있다.

PROPYLENE PRODUCTION IN CYANOBACTERIA

Resumen de: WO2025032068A1

The present invention relates to a process for producing propylene and to a cyanobacterial cell for the production of propylene.

Wastewater treatment

Resumen de: GB2702486A

The present invention relates to the use of carbon nanodots to treat wastewater. Specifically, the invention relates to the use of carbon nanodots for improving the efficiency of microorganism-mediated wastewater treatment, in particular carbon nanodots improve wastewater treatment involving bacteria, such as activated sludge treatment, treatment with photosynthetic bacteria, and also in treatments using microalgae. The use of carbon nanodots to control flocculation and/or sedimentation times in microorganism-mediated wastewater treatment is also described. A wastewater treatment solution comprising: wastewater, microorganisms suitable for wastewater treatment, and carbon nanodots; and a method for treating wastewater comprising the step of preparing the solution, are described. The carbon nanodots can contain surface polyethylene glycol functionality and/or surface polyethyleneimine functionality. The wastewater can comprise organic and/or inorganic matter. Figure 1a

NOVEL COSMETIC USES OF AN OILY EXTRACT OF THE MICROALGA PORPHYRIDIUM CRUENTUM

Resumen de: WO2026120119A1

The present invention relates to the cosmetic use of a crude oily extract of the microalga Porphyridium cruentum or of an oily ingredient comprising same, for preventing the appearance and/or reducing the visibility of wrinkles and/or fine lines, in particular expression lines, and/or for smoothing the skin, and/or for improving sleep quality and/or reducing stress. The invention also relates to a cosmetic composition comprising the oily ingredient, and to a cosmetic care method comprising the topical application of the oily ingredient or the cosmetic composition comprising same.

EUKARYOTIC ALGAE COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS THEREOF

Nº publicación: US20260159554A1 11/06/2026

Solicitante:

COLORADO STATE UNIV RESEARCH FOUNDATION [US]
COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY RESEARCH FOUNDATION

Resumen de: US20260159554A1

The present disclosure provides recombinant polynucleotide comprising a heterologous regulatory element operably linked to a first nucleic acid sequence encoding a cyanobacterial bicarbonate transporter protein. The disclosure also provides expression vectors comprising the recombinant polynucleotides as well as eukaryotic algae and methods of utilizing the eukaryotic algae for improved carbon removal and biomass production.