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    Eco-Friendly Extraction of Sustainable and Valorized Value-Added Products From Ulva fasciata Macroalgae: A Holistic Technoeconomic Analysis
    (Hindawi Publishing Corporation, 2025-02-26) Nour Sh. El-Gendy; M. Shaaban Sadek; Hussein N. Nassar; Ahmad Mustafa
    Te present work conducts a detailed technoeconomic analysis of an environmentally friendly zero-waste biorefnery process to valorize marine Ulva fasciata macroalgae into diferent sustainable value-added products. Te proposed sequential fully integrated process yielded 34.89% mineral-rich water extract (MRWE), 2.61 ± 0.5% chlorophyll, 0.41 ± 0.05% carotenoids, 12.55 ± 1.6% starch, 3.27 ± 0.7% lipids, 22.24 ± 1.8% ulvan, 13.37 ± 1.5% proteins, and 10.66 ± 0.9% cellulose. Te Aspen Plus software, utilizing the nonrandom two-liquid (NRTL) model, was applied for process design, simulation, and technoeconomic analysis. Key fndings include a positive net present value (NPV) of $49,755,544.90, a high return on investment (ROI) of 485%, and an internal rate of return (IRR) of 17%. Te anticipated payback period is 7 years, indicating a quick recovery of the initial investment. Tese fndings confrm that Ulva fasciata is a promising resource in the biorefnery industry, providing a viable and eco-friendly alternative for the production of bio-based products and a new market for seaweed-based products.
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    Techno-economic insights into one-pot bacterial astaxanthin extraction and sustainable therapeutic product development using natural solvent mixtures
    (Elsevier B.V, 2025-01-01) Cassamo U. Mussagy; Nataly F. Ramos; Angie V. Caicedo-Paz; Fabiane O. Farias; Ana Luísa R. Gini; Cau ˆ e B. Scarim; Paulo E. L. L. Filho; Rondinelli D. Herculano; M. Shaaban Sadek; Mushtaq Ahmad; Ahmad Mustafa; Laurent Dufossé
    The increasing demand for sustainable and safe products is driving the replacement of synthetic pigments with natural alternatives in the cosmetics industry. Additionally, the use of green solvents, such as natural solvent mixtures (NaSoMix), is essential to minimize the environmental impact of extraction processes. This study explores the innovative application of NaSoMix for extracting astaxanthin-rich extracts (ARE) from the bacterium Paracoccus carotinifaciens, a promising source of natural colorants and antioxidants. By employing menthol-based natural deep eutectic solvents (NaDES) combined with bio-based solvents, viz., ethyl acetate and ethanol, the research achieved remarkable ARE extraction yields of up to 1.3 mg/mL using conventional procedures. Notably, process intensification through microwave-assisted extraction resulted in a 400 % increase in ARE recovery yields compared to traditional methods. The therapeutic soaps formulated with these ARE extracts exhibited significant antioxidant activity, achieving a 75 % reduction in DPPH• free radical signals, and maintained excellent color stability over a month, with minimal perceptual changes. Safety assessments confirmed the non-irritating properties of the therapeutic soaps, with an irritation score of 0 at low ARE concentrations. Furthermore, an economic analysis revealed a highly favorable Internal Rate of Return (IRR) of 183 % and a Return on Investment (ROI) of 2890 %, underscoring the commercial viability of this sustainable approach. Overall, this study highlights the effectiveness and safety of utilizing NaSoMix for extracting high-value compounds and formulating innovative therapeutic cosmetic products, aligning with consumer preferences for natural ingredients while promoting environmental sustainability and economic feasibility.