Algal Genetic Resources: Cosmeceuticals, Nutraceuticals, and Pharmaceuticals from Algae

This book focuses on the current and potential applications of  microalgae and cyanobacteria in pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, and  cosmeceuticals. The book deals with the very recent and advanced  techniques and technologies in algal cultivation and extraction for its  application. The chapters discuss the biological importance, properties,  and uses of algal metabolites and microalgae-based compounds in drug  development, in food nutrition enhancement, and in the development of  cosmetics with medicinal properties.

The chapter authors cover a range of diverse topics on algal biological resources, such as

algae as a nutraceutical and functional food ingredient
the extraction of food bioactive compounds from microalgae
spirulina-derived nutraceuticals and their applications in the food industry
anticancer compounds from freshwater microalgae
cosmetic applications of microalgal and cyanobacterial pigments
and more
This  unique book, Algal Genetic Resources: Cosmeceuticals, Nutraceuticals,  and Pharmaceuticals from Algae, will enlighten readers on the vast  usefulness of microalgae and cyanobacteria as an important resource for  the cosmeceutical, pharmaceutical and nutraceutical industries for their  broad biotechnological potential industrial applications. The volume  will be a valuable reference for scientists and researchers in these  areas as well as for advanced students and faculty in ecology,  phycology, botany, agriculture, biotechnology, microbiology,  environmental biotechnology, plant science, and life sciences.