Review: Biofuel Production from Plant and Algal Biomass

Voloshin, Roman A.; Rodionova, Margarita V.; Zharmukhamedov, Sergey K.; Везироглу, Т. Н.; Allakhverdiev, Suleyman I.

doi:10.15518/isjaee.2019.07-09.012-031

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“…15 In the former case, lower efficiency of bio-based solar cells can be attributed to the narrow absorption bands of photosynthetic pigments and small light-absorption cross sections of photosystem complexes. 10,20 However, the bilayer structure of the thylakoid membrane is also sensitive to high temperatures, which can cause phase transitions of the surrounding lipids and subsequent cessation of electron transport. When incorporated into devices, these proteins or lipid-protein membranes are exposed to elevated temperatures, high light intensities, and high levels of atmospheric oxygen, irreversibly damaging the macromolecules.…”

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“…[17][18][19] From this viewpoint, it can be proposed that retention of the native membrane environment may preserve photosystem proteins after membrane extraction. 10,20 However, the bilayer structure of the thylakoid membrane is also sensitive to high temperatures, which can cause phase transitions of the surrounding lipids and subsequent cessation of electron transport. 21,22 Nevertheless, investigations conducted over the past 20 years demonstrate the potential for the use of protein containing thylakoid membranes in bio-based solar cells.…”

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Influence of osmolytes on the stability of thylakoid‐based dye‐sensitized solar cells

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Summary In recent years, there has been considerable interest in incorporating naturally occurring components of the photosynthetic apparatus into man‐made solar cells, because of the high quantum efficiency of photosynthetic reaction centers. One hurdle to overcome regarding the use of native membranes in these devices is their limited lifespans. In this study, we used stabilizers to increase the long‐term viability of biomolecules in vitro, thereby alleviating this challenge. In this regard, it is known that osmolytes, such as glycine betaine (GB) and sucrose, preserve photosynthetic activity in isolated photosystems. Upon investigation of the thermal protection properties of GB and sucrose in thylakoid‐based dye‐sensitized solar cells, we report that the addition of GB and sucrose to the thylakoid photosensitizer maintains nonzero photocurrent in the thylakoid‐based solar cell upon heating to 50°C. At 50°C, the GB‐containing cell displayed about a fourfold increase in photocurrent than the control cell, in which the photocurrent was decreased to nearly zero. The addition of 0.5M and 1M sucrose has respectively caused nearly 40% and 70% increases in photoinduced electron transfer activity over the control at 35°С. Similarly, though to a lesser extent, 1M GB caused an approximate 40% increase in electron transfer activity as well. Moving forward, this approach will be extended to alternative membrane protein isolation strategies, allowing for an accurate comparison with traditional detergent‐isolated complexes, with the ultimate goal of developing a cost‐effective and sustainable solar cell.

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Influence of osmolytes on the stability of thylakoid‐based dye‐sensitized solar cells

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“…Among the various types of biofuels, algal‐based biofuels have emerged as a promising replacement for fossil fuels due to their rapid growth rate, minimal nutrient requirements, and their ability to withstand adverse environmental conditions. Their eco‐friendly nature, and non‐hazardous and renewable properties, have also increased their popularity . Microalgae derive their energy from photosynthetic carbon fixation, which can be used to produce a wide variety of fuels such as biodiesel, biohydrogen, biomethane, and bioethanol …”

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Multifaceted biofuel production by microalgal isolates from Pakistan

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Third-generation biofuels are currently considered to be the most resourceful medium for generating bioenergy. In the present study, microalgal strains were isolated from soil samples collected in Pakistan and characterized by 18S rRNA sequencing. The strains were identified as green algae Gloeocystis sp. MFUM-4, Sphaerocystis sp. MFUM-34, and Dictyochloropsis sp. MFUM-35. They were further studied for their potential to produce popular biofuels such as biodiesel, bioethanol, and biohydrogen. Under the test conditions, Gloeocystis sp. MFUM-4 emerged as the most suitable candidate, amongst the three new isolates, for biofuel production with a biodiesel production potential of 33.3% (w/v). Eight different environmental conditions were also tested to identify the most suitable condition for biohydrogen and bioethanol production using the newly isolated strains. Under light but in the presence of 3-(3,4-dichlorophenyl)-1,1-dimethylurea (DCMU), Gloeocystis recorded the highest capacity to produce both biohydrogen and bioethanol compared with the other strains that were examined.

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“…Chisti [29] indicates that in order to obtain high algae growth, the following mineral ingredients are to be included in the nutrient medium: nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), iron (Fe) and silicon (Si) in some cases. In turn, Voloshin et al [30] state that for the efficient biomass increase of the desirable content, it should contain sufficient sources not only of carbon, but also of various necessary mineral elements: nitrogen and phosphorus in significant amounts, and magnesium, calcium, chlorine, silicon, manganese, iron in smaller amounts.…”

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The influence of temperature on algal biomass growth for biogas production

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The use of algae is gaining popularity in recent years. Algae can form a suitable substrate for biogas production because they are low in cellulose and have low lignin content. The paper contains a summary with the list of the algae species applied for the biogas production process to this date, coupled with the description of the characteristic conditions in which the process is conducted. The key importance factors during the production of biogas include, among others, grade of algae species used, temperature of the process, mode in which the material is supplied into the tank, mixing method, use of co-substrate, etc. This paper reports the results of the study involving the effect of various temperature conditions on the characteristics of the growth rate of algal biomass. The research was performed for the Chlorella vulgaris BA-0167 strain in the temperature range corresponding to the mesophilic fermentation processes in anaerobic conditions.

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Review: Biofuel Production from Plant and Algal Biomass

Cited by 23 publications

References 109 publications

Influence of osmolytes on the stability of thylakoid‐based dye‐sensitized solar cells

Influence of osmolytes on the stability of thylakoid‐based dye‐sensitized solar cells

Multifaceted biofuel production by microalgal isolates from Pakistan

The influence of temperature on algal biomass growth for biogas production

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