Algae species explored for both biofuel source and pollution control
Wednesday, March 14, 2012 - 08:30
in Earth & Climate
(PhysOrg.com) -- The tiny, plant-like Heterosigma akashiwo is too small to see with the naked eye, but the microscopic algae may pack a big environmental punch. University of Delaware researchers are studying whether the species can neutralize harmful smokestack emissions and also serve as a source of eco-friendly biofuel.