Let there be light : development and modelling of a novel illumination system to improve light availability, biomass production and pigment yield in photobioreactors

Key Points

• To develop and model a new illumination system aimed at increasing light availability, biomass production, and pigment yield in photobioreactors.
• Designed a novel illumination system for photobioreactors.
• Modeled light distribution and availability in the bioreactor environment.
• Tested the system's effectiveness in enhancing biomass and pigment production.
• Increased light availability was observed with the novel illumination system.
• Significant improvements in biomass production were documented.
• Enhanced pigment yield was achieved compared to traditional lighting methods.