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Model Predictive Control for Optimum Algal Growth

Creator:

Juneja, Ankita

Abstract:

Microalgae has been under careful consideration as a sustainable feedstock for renewable fuel recently due to its year round production with high energy yields per unit area, reduced need for arable land, water treatment benefits with nutrient cycling, and minimal competition with the food industry. Despite of all these advantages,...

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Dissertation
Entrapment of Micro-Algae in Modified Alginate Beads for Oxygen and Nutrient Source

Creator:

Hughson, Jason D.

Abstract:

Presented here is an investigation and comparison of two entrapment methods of algae. Conventional calcium alginate bead entrapment is compared to a recently described modified bead entrapment method, utilizing poly(ethylene glycol) and calcium alginate, which results in void or capillary formation within the beads. It is shown that algal growth...

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Honors College Thesis