Enzymatic Hydrolysis of Microalgal Biomass

The hydrolysis of microalgal biomass is a challenge since enzyme complexes capable of acting on the chemical composition of different biomasses are required. Enzymes, in turn, have optimal conditions of use that vary depending on the source, making the hydrolysis of complex materials a challenge. Regarding the chemical composition of microalgae, it varies depending on the origin and may present simple or complex carbohydrates. We aim to show an overview related to the different chemical compositions of microalgae, and enzymes necessary for their hydrolysis and pretreatments, and also to present studies carried out around the world on the optimization of these processes.