Neochloris oleoabundans grown in enriched natural seawater for biodiesel feedstock: Evaluation of its growth and biochemical composition

► Neochloris oleoabundans lipids were analyzed as biodiesel feedstock. ► Cultures were gown in enriched seawater under optimal and N-stress conditions. ► Lipid accumulation was mainly due to a significant increase of triacylglycerols. ► Monounsaturated fatty acids were dominant and rich in oleic acid. ► Oil quality has shown a good performance for biodiesel production.