A new model of Algal Turf Scrubber for bioremediation and biomass production using seaweed aquaculture principles
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DOI: 10.1007/s10811-021-02430-2
Abstract: An increase in the use of macroalgal biomass for different applications is required in development of efficient cultivation systems and low-cost culture media. With this in mind, the present work proposes modifications to the Algal… read more here.
Keywords: biomass production; algal turf; turf scrubber;
High diversity within the periphyton community of an algal turf scrubber on the Susquehanna River
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ecoleng.2017.05.010
Abstract: Abstract Algal turf scrubber (ATS) systems have been evaluated for their ability to remove dissolved nutrients from a variety of natural waters and agricultural wastewaters. Although these systems have been well characterized with respect to… read more here.
Keywords: diversity; community; susquehanna river; algal turf ... See more keywords
Custom Design of Substratum Topography Increases Biomass Yield in Algal Turf Scrubbers
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DOI: 10.1089/ees.2017.0354
Abstract: Abstract Algal turf scrubbers (ATSs) have been used for water remediation in many applications, generating benefits such as water quality improvements and biomass production. Their economical operation is hampered, however, by uncontrolled mixed microbial communities,… read more here.
Keywords: topography; biomass; substratum topography; algal turf ... See more keywords