Optimization of One-Step In Situ Transesterification Method for Accurate Quantification of EPA in Nannochloropsis gaditana

Microalgae are a valuable source of lipid feedstocks for biodiesel and valuable omega-3 fatty acids. Nannochloropsis gaditana has emerged as a promising producer of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) due to its fast growth rate and high EPA content. In the present study, the fatty acid profile of Nannochlo...

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Published in:	Applied Sciences
Main Authors:	Yuting Tang, Yue Zhang, Julian N. Rosenberg, Michael J. Betenbaugh, Fei Wang
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	MDPI AG 2016-11-01
Subjects:	EPA FAME one-step in situ transesterification Nannochloropsis gaditana
Online Access:	http://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/6/11/343