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Microalgae-based biomaterials

Optimize extraction and transformation processes to lower the carbon footprint
Enhance material durability and performance thanks to mechanical and thermal analysis
Develop innovative microalgae-based materials to replace petroleum-based components
Accelerate market launch by reducing development cycles by 30%
Ensure a reliable large-scale production

From research to industrialization

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of research and GEPEA's world-renowned expertise

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measurement and testing devices for industrial applications

in microalgae production, material characterization and thermal analysis

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Our success stories

Proof of our expertise in designing microalgae-based thermoplastics that combine high performance with a reduced environmental footprint.

What we can do for you

We bring top-tier expertise in microalgae, offering a wide range of technical and applied skills to drive innovation forward.

State of the art

To identify the best innovation opportunities.

Starting from:

10K€

Duration:
1-3 months

Identification of opportunities and challenges related to the bioactive compound: strain screening and culture conditions
Review of scientific literature and existing patents
Definition of expected physico-chemical properties
Benchmark of existing market solutions and technologies
Structured proposal for a feasibility study

Proof of concept

To validate innovation before investment.

Starting from:

30K€

Duration:
6 months

Industrialization

Scale up to maximize impact.

Starting from:

50K€

Duration:
8 months

Transition to large-scale production with validation of industrial parameters
Definition of quality standards and implementation of compliance controls
Securing the supply chain and suppliers
Development of marketing arguments based on the studies carried out

Our expertises

To tackle the challenges of transforming microalgae into bio-based thermoplastics,
CAPACITÉS leverages four key areas of expertise :

Polymers and composites characterization

Recycled raw materials traceability

Process modelling and thermal simulation

Mechanical testing on composite materials

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New in 2025 : Short training program “Industrial microalgae and cyanobacteria cultivation”

4 days of theoretical and practical training covering the entire microalgae production chain: from media and inoculum preparation to final biomass harvesting under solar conditions.