Course overview
The aim of the course will be to introduce and expand on fundamental process and technological tools for the upstream and bioformulation of biopharmaceutical production processes.
- Biological and Engineering Foundations of Upstream Bioprocessing
- Modeling and Optimization of Upstream Unit Operations
- Industrial Process Simulation and Integrated Practicals
Course learning outcomes
- Explain core upstream concepts and product categories, and select suitable production approaches.
- Design culture media and bioreactor setups using biological and engineering principles.
- Evaluate bioreactor performance in terms of metabolism, mixing, and gas transfer.
- Plan primary recovery operations and propose improvements for efficiency and quality.
- Perform practical work, analyze data, troubleshoot issues
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