Frequent Microalgae in the Fountains of the Alhambra and Generalife: Identification and Creation of a Culture Collection

A study of the fountains in the Alhambra and Generalife, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, identified green algae and cyanobacteria as the most abundant microalgae contributing to biodeterioration. The research isolated 10 genera of green algae (e.g., Bracteacoccus, Chlorosarcina) and 13 genera of cyanobacteria (e.g., Phormidium, Calothrix), forming a reference culture collection. These findings aim to inform the development of targeted treatments for preserving stone monuments in humid environments.

Bolívar-Galiano, F., Abad-Ruiz, C., Sánchez-Castillo, P., Toscano, M., & Romero-Noguera, J. (2020). Frequent Microalgae in the Fountains of the Alhambra and Generalife: Identification and Creation of a Culture Collection. Applied Sciences, 10(18), 6603. https://doi.org/10.3390/app10186603