Microalgae Growth Condition Optimisation

What We Offer

We offer microalgae growth condition optimisation, advice on improving light supply, wavelength mixing, culture mixing, pH or biological contamination.

Experiments

We implement heterotrophic or phototrophic experiments testing the most promising parameters for biomass production and biocompound induction

R&D agenda

We advise you on the most promising research directions for your venture

Biochemical, physiological and molecular analysis

We cover sampling, analysisand monitoring of your algae experiments

Tailored Solutions

Cultivating algae requires precision and adaptability, ensuring that each parameter is meticulously optimised for the specific environment. Together with our partners, we conduct experiments to tailor algae growth conditions to the unique set-ups of our clients. Contact us and let us know what you would like to optimise, and we conduct together with our partners the experiments in full transparency.

Photobioreactor management

Mixing

Proper mixing is vital for nutrient distribution, light exposure, and preventing algal sedimentation. We guide our clients in implementing mixing techniques that promote homogeneity while preserving the integrity of the algal cells.

CO2 Supply

Adequate carbon dioxide supply is a cornerstone of algae growth. We work with our clients to establish a controlled CO2 supply, maintaining optimal levels to support robust photosynthesis without waste.

pH Control

Maintaining the right pH is critical for nutrient uptake and metabolic processes. We help our clients adjust and control pH levels to create the ideal environment for their algae cultures.

Light management

Phototrophic Cultivation: Light Strategies for indoor production

Algae are the natural world’s efficient converters of light into energy. In phototrophic indoor cultivation, we optimise the light mixture to match the specific needs of each algae species, enhancing photosynthetic efficiency and growth.

Light Mixture and Wavelength

Different algae species thrive under different light conditions. We help our clients select the ideal light wavelength to stimulate the most efficient photosynthetic response, tailored to the absorption characteristics of their algae’s chlorophyll and accessory pigments. Some of the most interesting products from microalgae are pigments. These molecules can be increased if the right mixture of light is given. Other bioactive ingredients can also be increased with the right light intensity and wavelength.

Photobioreactor Light Path and cultivation systems

The design of the photobioreactor is crucial for effective light distribution. We assist in optimising the light path to ensure uniform exposure, which is essential for maximising the growth potential of each algal cell within our clients’ systems. Light path is a key factor for gaining the maximum biomass from microalgae. Every cultivation system has different characteristics, and some are more suitable for a given microalgal species than others. We will help you find the most suitable system for your needs and future products.

Operational strategies

Biomass Concentration

Monitoring and managing biomass concentration is key to avoiding poor growth performance and biochemical changes in the biomass produced. We advise you how to optimise your cultivation towards the results you require.

Harvesting Time Point

The timing of the harvest can impact the quality and quantity of the yield. We aid our clients in determining the optimal harvesting time point based on the growth stage of the algae and the desired end product.

Growth Stage

Understanding the growth stage of algae is essential for timely interventions. We offer expertise in monitoring growth phases to optimize the cultivation process and achieve the desired outcomes for our clients.

Contamination

Battling contamination in your algae cultivation system can be a daunting challenge, but it’s one that we at Algae Consultancy are well-equipped to handle. Recognizing the culprit behind recurring contamination is crucial for effective intervention. We bring our expertise to the forefront, identifying the contaminants and devising robust mitigation strategies to halt their spread. Our goal is to secure a safe emergency harvest or, when possible, ensure the continuity of production without compromise.