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Title	Revisiting the role of algal biocathodes in microbial fuel cells for bioremediation and value-addition
ID_Doc	29473
Authors	Pengadeth, D; Naik, SP; Sasi, A; Mohanakrishna, G
Title	Revisiting the role of algal biocathodes in microbial fuel cells for bioremediation and value-addition
Year	2024
Published
Abstract	Algal-microbial fuel cells (A-MFC) offers a sustainable solution for wastewater treatment and energy recovery. The performance of a typical MFC is affected by the oxidative-reductive reactions occurring in it. The cathodic reduction is facilitated by electron acceptors such as oxygen and ferricyanide. However, higher operational cost is incurred from their application. Algae owing to its phototrophic metabolism, oxygenates the cathode photosynthetically and acts as a mediator for cathodic electron transfer. Mixotrophic metabolism of algae enable their adaptation and growth in pollutant-rich toxic environments, making them suitable for wastewater treatment and remediation. A-MFCs enable the generation of algal biomass, a rich source of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, pigments, and many more for commercial applications. Algal-based CO2 sequestration, nutrient and heavy metal removal via assimilation and carbon capture pathways make A-MFC systems a promising approach for bioenergy generation and wastewater remediation. Hence, this review offers an overview on the principles and applications of A-MFC and their relevance in developing a waste-centered-circular economy.
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