Native mass spectrometry (MS) involves the analysis and characterization of
macromolecules, predominantly intact proteins and protein complexes, whereby as much as …

Phycobiliproteins (PBPs) are the main component of light-harvesting complexes in
cyanobacteria and red algae. In addition to their important role in photosynthesis, PBPs …

In numerous food businesses, natural pigments are frequently utilized as food colorants.
Colorants give nutritional value to food items in addition to improving its appeal …

Cyanobacteria are the oxygenic photosynthesis performing prokaryotes and show a
connecting link between plastids of eukaryotic autotrophs and prokaryotes. A variety of …

Microalgae, macroalgae and cyanobacteria are photosynthetic microorganisms, prokaryotic
or eukaryotic, living in saline or freshwater environments. These have been recognized as …

Algae taxa are notably diverse regarding pigment diversity and composition, red seaweeds
(Rhodophyta) being a valuable source of phycobiliproteins (phycoerythrins, phycocyanin …

Macroalgae have been regarded as a natural food source since ancient times, their
nutritional value being not only proven by recent studies, but also triggering further in-depth …

Currently, the use of synthetic pigments in foods is restricted since synthetic pigments are
proven and suspected to be harmful to human health. Phycobiliproteins (PBPs), existed in …

Phycobiliproteins (PBPs) are accessory light-harvesting pigment complexes found in various
groups of cyanobacteria and red algae. They have characteristic unusual fluorescent colors …

Microalgae (MA) are the most abundant seaweeds with high nutritional properties. They are
accepted as potential biocatalysts for the bioremediation of wastewater. They are widely …