Microalgae have received wide attention in
research for their adaptability, commercial potential
with value-added products including biofuels and as
model organisms (Olaizola 2003, Leon-Ba nares ~
et al. 2004, Merchant et al. 2007, Ramanan et al.
2013). Microalgae also offer an important role in
bioremediation (de-Bashan et al. 2008).