Anaerobic Digestion of Microalgae in a Pilot-Scale Reactor | PHYBIOMED Project (PRIMA)
This work is carried out by Adja Fatou Bala DIOP during her internship at the Laboratory of Chemical Process Safety (LSPC), INSA Rouen Normandie, as part of the European PHYBIOMED project funded by the PRIMA Programme.
The internship focuses on the anaerobic digestion of Chlorella vulgaris at pilot scale to evaluate its potential for biomethane production. A particular emphasis is placed on assessing the impact of a thermochemical pretreatment, designed to disrupt the rigid microalgal cell wall and improve biomass biodegradability, ultimately enhancing methane yield.
In this video, you will discover:
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The pilot-scale anaerobic digestion reactor;
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The experimental setup and monitoring procedure;
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Key operating parameters, including temperature, pH, biogas production, and reactor stability;
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The scientific objectives and expected outcomes of the internship.
This research contributes to the development of sustainable solutions for microalgae valorization, renewable energy production, and wastewater resource recovery, supporting the transition toward a circular bioeconomy.
Scientific Supervision
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Scientific Supervisor: Pr. Derbal Kerroum, Dr. Nicolas Brodu and Dr. Lokmane Abdelouahed
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Project Follow-up: Maya Bouznada
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Host Laboratory: LSPC – INSA Rouen Normandie and the Department of Chemical Engineering, University of Rouen Normandy.
The PHYBIOMED project aims to develop innovative technologies integrating wastewater treatment, renewable energy production, and resource recovery across Mediterranean countries.
Learn more about the PHYBIOMED project: https://phybiomed-prima.eu/
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