In addition to these benefits, Murdoch University PhD student Amin Mirabbasi believes its ability to absorb heat could be a gamechanger for sustainable architecture. Mr Mirabbasi believes microalgae is an untapped opportunity for WA as it has ideal growing conditions. He said the microalgae culture in a water medium absorbed heat and filtered solar radiation, which could significantly reduce indoor overheating. Camera Icon Mining dongas have been designed using algae as a cooling system. He has nearly completed his PhD and is itching to test his ideas in the real world.