A membrane-mediated algal–bacterial coupling strategy for energy – efficient and low-carbon PHA production

Key Points

• Enhanced PHA production efficiency was observed in algal-bacterial coupling systems, advancing sustainable bioengineering efforts.
• Production rates improved significantly, achieving a notable increase in PHA output during the experimental observations.
• The system employed explores a membrane-mediated approach, integrating algal and bacterial interactions effectively over a period of study.
• This research may enable low-carbon alternatives in biopolymer production, offering an eco-friendly route with new opportunities.