Novel chlorella species and uses therefor

Abstract

The present invention relates to algal species and compositions, methods for identifying algae that produce high lipid content, possess tolerance to high CO2, and / or can grow in wastewater,, and methods for using such algae for lipid production, wastewater remediation, waste gas remediation, and / or biomass production.

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[0001] related application [0002] This application claims priority to US Provisional Patent Application Serial No. 60 / 800077, filed May 12, 2006, which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety. technical field [0003] The present invention relates to algae, methods for screening algae, and methods for producing various products using algae. Background technique [0004] Global warming is attributable to increases in atmospheric carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases (methane, chlorofluorocarbons, etc.), as well as widespread water pollution from nutrients (such as nitrogen and phosphorus) and other pollutants. One of the major environmental problems. Although many conventional technologies and methods can be used to prevent and control pollution, these methods are usually very expensive and consume a lot of energy. The large volumes of sludge and / or liquid waste generated by these systems are difficult to dispose of and may also pose a risk of secondary po...

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[0005] It is possible to design an engineered bacterial system that breaks down and removes nutrients and other pollutants present in waste streams, but is not efficient at converting and regenerating waste nutrients into renewable of biological matter

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