From raw microalgae to bioplastics: conversion of Chlorella vulgaris starch granules into thermoplastic starch
A. Six, D. Dauvillee, C. Lancelon-Pin, A. Dimitriades-Lemaire, A. Compadre, C. Dubreuil, P. Alvarez, J.-F. Sassi, Y. Li-Beisson, J.-L. Putaux, N. Le Moigne, F. Gatien
This study develops a pilot-scale protocol to extract high-purity starch from Chlorella vulgaris and converts it into thermoplastic starch, showing improved mechanical properties compared to commercial starch-based TPS.
bioRxiv · Apr 17, 2024 · PreprintPlant Biology