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Tetraselmis suecica

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Introduction: Tetraselmis suecica

What is Tetraselmis suecica powder?

Tetraselmis suecica powder is a type of microalgae powder extracted from the green microalgae Tetraselmis suecica. This microalgae is a source of various nutrients, including proteins, carbohydrates and lipids, as well as vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. 

Tetraselmis suecica powder is widely used as a dietary supplement in animal feeds and aquaculture products, as well as in food and dietary supplements. Due to its bioactive compounds and potential health benefits, it can also be used in cosmetic and pharmaceutical products.

Where does Tetraselmis suecica grow?

Tetraselmis suecica can grow in marine environments such as coastal waters, lagoons and tide pools. It is a widespread microalgae species found in various parts of the world, including the Mediterranean Sea, Red Sea, Pacific Ocean, and Gulf of Mexico.

The algae can be grown in open marine cultures, photobioreactors or closed aquaculture facilities to harvest and pulverize its biomass and produce Tetraselmis suecica powder as raw material for various applications.

Uses for Tetraselmis suecica powder

Tetraselmis suecica is a species of green algae commonly used in aquaculture and as feed for marine animals. The powder can be used in aquaculture to raise fish, mollusks, crustaceans and other marine animals as a dietary supplement. It can also be used as a dietary supplement for pets and in the cosmetics industry to make skin care products.

So the algae seems to be quite promising, and many different industries and cultures can benefit from Tetraselmis suecica. 

Due to its richness in proteins, carbohydrates, vitamins and lipids, the microalgae is often used as feed for marine animals, making it a good source for aquaculture. 

The polysaccharides of the algae can be used to produce bioplastics, cellulose and starch. The bioactive compounds such as carotenoids and phytohormones can also be used in the cosmetics and pharmaceutical industries.

When is Tetraselmis suecica powder recommended? 

Tetraselmis suecica powder is widely used as a food supplement in aquaculture and can also be used in the biofuel industry[3, 5], in the production of bioplastics, cellulose and starch, and in the cosmetics and pharmaceutical industries.

Fresh Tetraselmis suecica, on the other hand, is widely used in aquaculture as live feed for various types of marine organisms such as fish, crustaceans and mollusks.

Typical applications: Tetraselmis suecica

typical applications for Tetraselmis suecica Powder

Typical applications

The microalgae Tetraselmis suecica is distributed worldwide and is an essential cornerstone in the aquatic food chain.

The Tetraselmis suecica powder is high quality freeze-dried powder, which can be used as part of animal feed in aquaculture. Tetraselmis suecica powder is particularly suitable for the culture of shrimp, rotifers and copepods.

Due to its extremely broad nutrient profile of vitamins, minerals, fatty acids and carbohydrates, Tetraselmis suecica powder provides a healthy and balanced diet for the animals. However, it can also be used for cosmetic formulations due to its wide range of compounds.

Typical applications in the cosmetics industry:

The unicellular microalgae Tetraselmis suecica can have a protective effect against the aging process of human skin due to sun exposure, as it boosts skin regeneration.

Therefore, the use of Tetraselmis suecica in cosmetic products is useful for the prevention of skin aging and related diseases. Tetraselmis suecica powder has potential to be used in anti-aging problems[7].

 

 

Sources:

  1. Tetraselmis suecica - G.M. Guiry in Guiry, M.D. & Guiry, G.M. 12 November 2020. AlgaeBase. World-wide electronic publication, National University of Ireland, Galway. (https://www.algaebase.org/search/species/detail/?species_id=51927)
  2. Tetraselmis suecica - Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tetraselmis_suecica)
  3. Lo E, Arora N, Philippidis GP. Physiological insights into enhanced lipid accumulation and temperature tolerance by Tetraselmis suecica ultraviolet mutants. Sci Total Environ. 2022 Sep 15;839:156361. doi: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2022.156361. Epub 2022 May 29. PMID: 35640758. (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35640758/)
  4. Sansone C, Galasso C, Orefice I, Nuzzo G, Luongo E, Cutignano A, Romano G, Brunet C, Fontana A, Esposito F, Ianora A. The green microalga Tetraselmis suecica reduces oxidative stress and induces repairing mechanisms in human cells. Sci Rep. 2017 Jan 24;7:41215. doi: 10.1038/srep41215. PMID: 28117410; PMCID: PMC5259714. (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28117410/)
  5. Heo SW, Ryu BG, Nam K, Kim W, Yang JW. Simultaneous treatment of food-waste recycling wastewater and cultivation of Tetraselmis suecica for biodiesel production. Bioprocess Biosyst Eng. 2015 Jul;38(7):1393-8. doi: 10.1007/s00449-015-1380-0. Epub 2015 Apr 1. PMID: 25828926. (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25828926/)
  6. Michels MH, Vaskoska M, Vermuë MH, Wijffels RH. Growth of Tetraselmis suecica in a tubular photobioreactor on wastewater from a fish farm. Water Res. 2014 Nov 15;65:290-6. doi: 10.1016/j.watres.2014.07.017. Epub 2014 Jul 19. PMID: 25150516. (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25150516/)
  7. Jo WS, Yang KM, Park HS, Kim GY, Nam BH, Jeong MH, Choi YJ. Effect of Microalgal Extracts of Tetraselmis suecica against UVB-Induced Photoaging in Human Skin Fibroblasts. Toxicol Res. 2012 Dec;28(4):241-8. doi: 10.5487/TR.2012.28.4.241. PMID: 24278616; PMCID: PMC3834434. (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24278616/)
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