Publications by authors named "Antonietta Cerbone"
Microalgae Characterization for Consolidated and New Application in Human Food, Animal Feed and Nutraceuticals.
Int J Environ Res Public Health
November 2018
Article Synopsis
- The increase in global population and the demand for healthier diets drive the exploration of microalgae as valuable food sources.
- Research has characterized various microalgae, assessing their nutritional components like proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and carotenoids, confirming their potential for serving multiple commercial applications.
- Findings indicate that different microalgae species possess unique nutritional profiles, with some producing significant amounts of proteins, carotenoids, and essential fatty acids, which could lead to innovative uses in various sectors.
Article Synopsis
- The study examined the use of solvent extraction to obtain astaxanthin from Haematococcus pluvialis in the red phase, focusing on different solvents, extraction pressures, and temperatures.
- The results showed that while increasing temperature improved astaxanthin recovery, excessively high temperatures led to degradation of the compound.
- Mechanical pre-treatment of the biomass significantly boosted extraction efficiency, allowing over 99% astaxanthin recovery in just 20 minutes, with optimal recovery of 87% achieved using acetone under specific conditions.