Biofuels from microalgae—A review of technologies for production, processing, and extractions of biofuels and co-products

@article{Brennan2010BiofuelsFM,
  title={Biofuels from microalgae—A review of technologies for production, processing, and extractions of biofuels and co-products},
  author={Liam Brennan and Philip Owende},
  journal={Renewable \& Sustainable Energy Reviews},
  year={2010},
  volume={14},
  pages={557-577}
}
  • L. BrennanP. Owende
  • Published 1 February 2010
  • Engineering
  • Renewable & Sustainable Energy Reviews
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