Photoautotrophic microorganisms from mangroves: a review of the ecological role and bioproducts of commercial interest

Author(s)

Borrego, Bruna Bacaro ; Melo, Leticia Beatriz Ueda ; Gracioso, Louise Hase ; Cardoso, Leticia Oliveira Bispo ; Perpetuo, Elen Aquino

• Document type: Journal article
• Source: BIOFUELS BIOPRODUCTS & BIOREFINING-BIOFPR; v. 17, n. 5, p. 21-pg., 2023-06-25.

Abstract

Photoautotrophic microorganisms, such as microalgae and cyanobacteria, are known to perform an essential role in ecological functions. Besides, they are considered cell factories, producing various bioproducts of commercial interest. In mangroves, these microorganisms are primarily responsible for the ecosystem's high productivity. Moreover, the unique natural characteristics of mangroves, coupled with the intense pressure from anthropic activities that these ecosystems typically experience, make mangrove photoautotrophic microbiota biotechnologically attractive. In this work, the ecological role and biotechnological potential of photoautotrophic mangrove microorganisms worldwide were evaluated, highlighting, their ecosystem services and bioproducts with environmental and commercial appeal, as well as their strategic and technological application through patent analysis. (AU)

• FAPESP's process: 14/50279-4 - Brasil Research Centre for Gas Innovation
• Grantee: Julio Romano Meneghini
• Support Opportunities: Research Grants - Research Centers in Engineering Program
• FAPESP's process: 20/15230-5 - Research Centre for Greenhouse Gas Innovation - RCG2I
• Grantee: Julio Romano Meneghini
• Support Opportunities: Research Grants - Research Centers in Engineering Program