Lichens, which are defined by a core symbiosis between a mycobiont (fungal partner) and a
photobiont (photoautotrophic partner), are in fact complex assemblages of microorganisms …

Exposing their vegetative bodies to the light, lichens are outstanding amongst other fungal
symbioses. Not requiring a pre‐established host,'lichenized fungi'build an entirely new …

Ulvan is a sulfated heteropolysaccharide present in the cell wall of Ulva species with a
unique structure and biological potential used in various fields. Chemical characterization …

The total polysaccharide content of the sugar-rich filamentous microalga Tribonema minus
(Xanthophyceae, Tribonematales) under 2% CO2 was up to 50%. The optimal conditions for …

Depsidones are some of the most abundant secondary metabolites produced by lichens.
These compounds have aroused great pharmacological interest due to their activities as …

The present study aims to improve biomass and biochemical constituents, especially lipid
production of Anabaena variabilis and Nostoc muscorum by formulating an optimal growth …

Total lipids levels and fatty acid composition of the marine macroalgae Laurencia
“obtuse”(Hudson) JV Lamouroux (Rhodophyceae), Cystoseira tamariscifolia (Hudson) …

Blue biotechnology can greatly help solve some of the most serious social problems due to
its wide biodiversity, which includes marine environments. Microalgae are important …

Acetylcholinesterase inhibitors remain the mainstay of symptomatic treatment for Alzheimer's
disease. The natural world is rich in acetylcholinesterase inhibitory molecules, and research …

The synthesis of various unique secondary metabolites by lichens is the result of mutualistic
symbiotic association between the mycobiont and autotrophic photobiont. The function of …