Benefits of Use of Microalgae in Spacecraft

Benefits of Use of Microalgae in Spacecraft

Benefits of Use of Microalgae in Spacecraft

Authors: Arnab Chattopadhyay1, Suravi Pal1

Affiliations: 1Department of Biotechnology, Haldia Institute of Technology, Haldia, West Bengal, India

Email for Correspondence: [email protected]

Abstract

In this time of modern science and technology, we need sustainable development…

Introduction

Microalgae is a single cell and photosynthetic microbe…

History of Space Research Using Algae

The spaceflight research was conducted with various plants…

Why Algae Instead of Multicellular Plants

The reasons behind using algae instead of a complex plant are…

Conclusion

Chlorella vulgaris is very important for space research nowadays…

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Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Biotechnology, Volume 14, Issue 1, Pages 8-12, March 27, 2024.

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