Microalgae are some of the most ancient and prolific life forms on our planet. These microscopic organisms are biological powerhouses—reproducing rapidly, they are energy-dense sources of renewable ...

This is necessary as they have a thick cell wall that is difficult for the human digestive system to break down. Why cultivate microalgae? Microalgae are organisms that can grow using light and ...

"Green microalgae [chlorella] have a very robust cell wall, so it can be difficult for us to digest and get all the nutrients,” she says. For now she says microalgae is better added to other ...