Algae

NIWA operates specialises in the analysis of cyanobacteria and other algae, including algal counts and toxin testing, to find out whether an algal bloom is potentially toxic.

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    Specialist analytical services

    Service
    Find out more about our specialist analytical services.
    Algae
    Ecotoxicology

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    Bio-oil from wastewater algae

    Research Project
    This project will demonstrate the commercial feasibility of producing bio-oil by the conversion of algae biomass that has been grown in wastewater treatment facilities. In particular we aim to maximise algae production in High Rate Algal Ponds (HRAP) by adding carbon dioxide, and demonstrate energy efficient conversion of algal biomass to bio-oil.
    Greenhouse and trace gases
    Algae

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    Freshwater aquatic plants

    Service
    The centre provides research, services and solutions spanning the spectrum of freshwater plant problems within New Zealand.
    Algae
    Freshwater quality