Phycoremediation potential of Synechococcus Sp. through heavy metal uptake analysis

Johari, Nursyafica Nadia and Othman, Rashidi (2025) Phycoremediation potential of Synechococcus Sp. through heavy metal uptake analysis. International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), 12 (4). pp. 1293-1297. ISSN 2321-2705

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Abstract

Heavy metal pollution poses a severe threat to aquatic ecosystems, necessitating sustainable and effective remediation solutions. This study investigates the phycoremediation potential of Synechococcus sp. by examining its ability to absorb cadmium (Cd), copper (Cu), and chromium (Cr) from contaminated water. Results showed distinct, metal-specific uptake trends, particularly for Cu and Cr, with bioconcentration factor (BCF) values exceeding 1, indicating effective bioaccumulation. Initial uptake was high but decreased over time, suggesting physiological saturation or detoxification. These findings highlight Synechococcus sp. as a promising candidate for long-term, nature-based heavy metal remediation and water quality enhancement

Item Type:	Article (Journal)
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Phycoremediation, Heavy metal uptake, Bioconcentration factor (BCF), Blue-green algae
Subjects:	BPN Islamic art and architecture G Geography. Anthropology. Recreation > GE Environmental Sciences S Agriculture > SH Aquaculture. Fisheries. Angling > SH389 Fisheries-Algae and Algae Culture T Technology > TD Environmental technology. Sanitary engineering > TD172 Environmental pollution T Technology > TP Chemical technology > TP248.13 Biotechnology
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Architecture and Environmental Design > Department of Landscape Architecture Kulliyyah of Architecture and Environmental Design
Depositing User:	Dr rashidi othman
Date Deposited:	11 Jun 2025 12:16
Last Modified:	11 Jun 2025 12:16
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/121434

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