# Microalgae stress sensing through oxidative phosphorylation drives bioenergy potential: Deciphering mechanisms and future opportunities

*PRI Rank #14 · Topics and Trends in Most Cited Algal biology and biofuel production Papers, Class of 2026*

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| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Rank | #14 |
| 18m citations | 39 |
| Journal | Journal of environmental chemical engineering |
| Year | 2024 |
| DOI | 10.1016/j.jece.2024.114266 |
| Corresponding authors | Hui Chen, Qiang Wang |
| Institution | Kaduna State University, Nigeria |

**Ranking page:** [Topics and Trends in Most Cited Algal biology and biofuel production Papers, Class of 2026](https://pri.pepkio.com/top-papers/algal-biology-and-biofuel-production/2026)

**Paper link:** [10.1016/j.jece.2024.114266](https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jece.2024.114266)

## Topics

microalgae · stress sensing · oxidative phosphorylation · bioenergy potential · lipid accumulation · Photosynthesis · Respiration · reactive oxygen species · Nutrient limitation · metabolic engineering · biodiesel production · Carbon allocation · ATP synthesis · electron transport chain · redox signaling

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