Algae Biotechnology

Algae Biotechnology

Instructors: Dr. Stephen Mayfield

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6 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

625 reviews

Intermediate level

Some related experience required

Flexible schedule

7 hours to complete

Learn at your own pace

99%

Most learners liked this course

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There are 6 modules in this course

For decades, researchers have been studying microalgae to understand their biological functions and how we can use technology to harness algae’s power to create a wide range of commercial products.

In this course, we will cover how synthetic biology, genetic engineering, and metabolic engineering is used in algae biotechnology, and also examine the current state of algae biotechnology research and tools. We’ll also explore some of the common bio-products we can make from algae, and take a look at some real-world algae companies that are using algae biotechnology to create products consumers can buy today. This course is part of a series of courses produced by the Algae Technology Educational Consortium and UC San Diego with funding from the Algae Foundation, National Renewable Energy Lab, and the U.S. Department of Energy.

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2 videos1 assignment

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5 videos5 readings1 assignment

5 videosTotal 45 minutes

An Intro to Molecular Biology, Synthetic Biology, and Genetic Engineering9 minutes
Developing Algae for Commercial Production6 minutes
Genetic Engineering of Cyanobacteria11 minutes
Engineering Algae Chloroplast8 minutes
Genetic Engineering of Green Algae - Nuclear10 minutes

5 readingsTotal 5 minutes

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1 assignmentTotal 35 minutes

Assessment35 minutes

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3 videos3 readings1 assignment

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4 videos4 readings1 assignment

4 videosTotal 52 minutes

Algae Products Overview8 minutes
Omega-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids15 minutes
Outdoor Algae GMO Field Trial at UCSD14 minutes
Regulatory Approval for New Algae Food Products15 minutes

4 readingsTotal 4 minutes

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1 assignmentTotal 34 minutes

Assessment34 minutes

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4 videos4 readings1 assignment

4 videosTotal 30 minutes

Algae Commercial Production - Triton Algae Innovations8 minutes
Materials Polymers From Algae - Algenesis8 minutes
Algae Agriculture - Qualitas Health7 minutes
Harnessing the Power of Algae - Corbion8 minutes

4 readingsTotal 4 minutes

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1 assignmentTotal 26 minutes

Assessment26 minutes

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4 videos4 readings1 assignment

4 videosTotal 37 minutes

Algae Solutions for Global Dilemmas - Global Algae Innovations5 minutes
Spirulina Production at Earthrise11 minutes
Seaweed Biorefinery at Matis10 minutes
Product R&D at Algenol11 minutes

4 readingsTotal 4 minutes

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1 assignmentTotal 26 minutes

Assessment26 minutes

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Dr. Stephen Mayfield

University of California San Diego

3 Courses115,977 learners

Ira "Ike" Levine

University of California San Diego

4 Courses50,351 learners

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Reviewed on Aug 30, 2022

A very interesting course for anyone interested in science. Well spaced deadlines and suitable assessments throughout the course.

Reviewed on Jan 7, 2025

The course can be improved more by updating the module 5-6 and include genetic engineering techniques updates and research upto-date.

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2024

Insightful, as a biotechnology student l learnt some things that l couldn't have learnt in class only. I recommend those willing to know more about algae and marine plants to try this course.

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