There is a strong possibility that starting with raw material
would result in the production of mixed acids, which could then
allow for the production of mixed alcohols. Mixed alcohols can be
used in a range of high-value applications, including blending with
gasoline to directly reduce fossil fuel consumption. In this context,
there has been a recent renewal of interest in the development of
alternative biomass sources, particularly marine biomass such as
macroalgae, about which relatively little is known. The present
study investigates the production of mixed acids from anaerobic
cultures of non-pretreated G. amansii. Non-pretreatment offers a
number of advantages, including reducing costs and minimizing
the release of toxic derivatives. Our focus is on the effectiveness of
the microorganism community in enabling the use of nonpretreated
G. amansii for mixed acid production.