Tool for estimating carbon reserve storage in the green microalgae C. reinhardtii cultivated under nitrogen-limiting conditions based on gas balance analysis

Key Points

• Carbon reserve storage is effectively estimated using gas balance analysis in C. reinhardtii, enhancing understanding of algal metabolism.
• Under nitrogen-limiting conditions, the microalga C. reinhardtii exhibits changes in carbon storage dynamics based on gas measurements.
• Observational analysis employing gas balance techniques reveals significant fluctuations in carbon levels in response to nutrient limitations.
• This tool supports biofuel production strategies by optimizing the cultivation conditions for carbon-rich microalgae, advancing sustainability efforts.