ResearchScience

Zinc Supplementation Boosts Spirulina Growth and Antioxidant Capacity, Study Finds

Scientific reports indicate zinc sulfate supplementation significantly enhances spirulina growth and physiological characteristics. Batch addition methods reportedly yield up to 20% biomass increase while improving antioxidant defenses against oxidative stress.

Zinc Optimization Enhances Microalgae Cultivation

Recent scientific research has uncovered significant benefits of zinc supplementation in Arthrospira platensis cultivation, commonly known as spirulina. According to reports published in Scientific Reports, carefully controlled zinc sulfate concentrations and application methods can substantially improve growth metrics and physiological characteristics of this economically important cyanobacterium.

PolicyTrade

U.S.-China Trade Tensions Escalate as Tariff Deadline Looms and Beijing Reports Strong Economic Growth

With the reciprocal tariff pause between the U.S. and China set to expire next month, President Trump has specified his requirements for averting a 100% tariff hike. Meanwhile, Beijing reports stronger-than-expected economic growth of 5.2% year-on-year, potentially strengthening China’s negotiating position in the ongoing trade dispute.

Trump Sets Conditions to Avoid Escalating Tariff War

According to reports, President Donald Trump has outlined specific demands that Chinese officials must meet to avoid a potential 100% tariff hike on Chinese exports to the United States next month. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, the president stated he wants China to purchase American soybeans and cease fentanyl-related activities, while also expressing concerns about rare earth minerals becoming a bargaining chip in trade discussions.