Tuesday, April 12, 2011

Martek among 3rd Algae World Europe Experts

Martek among 3rd Algae World Europe Experts Addressing Product/Applications
from Microalgae, Macroalgae & Cyanobacteria

The third edition of the Algae World Europe series will kick off with a half morning session dedicated to topics on products & applications from microalgae, macroalgae and cyanobacteria. Be sure not to miss out on our top speaker line-up including key algae industry players!

Highlights include presentation by Martek Biosciences Corp, a leader in the production and sale of high-value products from microbial sources. Martek was recently acquired by the world’s largest vitamins maker DSM at the sum of about €790 million. The acquisition adds a new growth platform for infant formula and other food and beverage applications from natural sources, especially focused on Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids (PUFAs) such as microbial Omega-3 DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) and Omega-6 ARA (arachidonic acid).

The presentation led by Dr. Bill Barclay, Chief Intellectual Property Officer will review the potential of algae and other marine organisms for human/animal nutrition and health, as well as outline challenges faced in application.

Additionally, draw first-hand insights from other authoritative experts who will address the production & applications of cyanobacteria and macroalgae:

Cyanobacteria for the Production of Biomass and Biofuels
Dr. Miguel G. Guerrero, Head of the Microalgal Biotechnology group Instituto de Bioquimica Vegetal y FotosĂ­ntesis (Institute of Plant Biochemistry and Photosynthesis).
Mass Production of Macroalgae, Bioethanol and Value Added Ingredient
Dr. Stefan Kraan, Scientific Director and co-founder Ocean Harvest Technology Ltd.
Functional Properties of Ulvan, a Polysaccharide from Green Seaweed
Mr. Hervé Balusson, President, CEO SA Olmix.

The conference will also have sessions on:
  • Algae Biofuel
  • Algae for Environmental Mitigation (waste water treatment and carbon capture) 
  • Algae Production & Processing
Hurry, click here to register online now before seats are fully subscribed! For any questions, do send an email to Ms. Lee Lin at leelin@cmtsp.com.sg

Contact the Organizer

LeeLin Tan (Ms), Marketing Team
CMT - Centre for Management Technology
Tel:  +65 63469146
Fax: +65 6345 5928
Email: leelin@cmtsp.com.sg
www.cmtevents.com
www.futureenergyevents.com/algae

This blog is written by Martin Little The Aquaculturists, published and supported by the International Aquafeed Magazine from Perendale Publishers
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