Ekanayake J. H. A. C. SWickramarachchi. S2026-09-182026-09-182026-051012-8999https://dr.ichemc.ac.lk/handle/123456789/484Abstract No: 2025_421 Page No 42Spirulina, which belongs to genus Arthrospira platensis, is a nutritionally rich microalga, having high protein content and widely used in the field of aqua culture. Despite its nutritional benefits, the direct use of Spirulina in aquatic systems is constrained by its high solubility and rapid nutrient leaching.enChitosan microcapsuleSpirulinaionic gelationcharacterizationArticle