Algae Anatomy Biochemistry and Biotechnology

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A single-source reference on the biology of algae the third edition of Algae: Anatomy Biochemistry and Biotechnology examines the most important taxa and structures for freshwater marine and terrestrial forms of algae. Its comprehensive coverage goes from algae's historical role through its taxonomy and ecology to its natural product possibilities. In this update the authors have gathered a significant amount of new material including: more information on macroalgae detailed description of biotic associations updated description of biomass cultivation systems coverage of different omic approaches and tools used in algal investigation an expanded and updated algae utilization chapter The book's unifying theme is the important role of algae in the earth's self-regulating life support system and its function within restorative models of planetary health. It also discusses algae's biotechnological applications including potential nutritional and pharmaceutical products. Written for students as well as researchers teachers and professionals in the field of phycology and applied phycology this new full-color edition is both illuminating and inspiring. | Algae Anatomy Biochemistry and Biotechnology