In some algae processing applications, enzymes are used in combination with membrane filtration to enhance separation efficiency. Enzymes can break down extracellular polymers or cell wall components that contribute to fouling, thereby improving membrane permeability and flux. This approach not only reduces fouling but also facilitates the release of valuable intracellular compounds such as proteins, pigments, and lipids. When integrated with membrane systems, enzyme treatment can make the overall algae concentration and separation process more effective, especially for downstream applications in nutraceuticals and bioactive compound recovery Membrane filtration Algae concentration Algae separation Microalgae harvesting Algal biomass recovery Clean-in-Place (CIP) membrane cleaning Enzyme-assisted membrane filtration Ultrafiltration membranes Microfiltration systems Algal biofuel production Nutraceutical algae processing Sustainable algae harvesting Algal cell integrity preservation