Producing Biomolecular Substances with Fermenters, Bioreactors, and Biomolecular Synthesizers

• Introduction. Technology Overview. Introduction to the Bioprocess. Recombinant DNA Materials and Methods. Enzymes. DNA-Amplification Reagents. Cell-Culture Media. Fermenters. Bioreactors. Biomolecular Synthesizers. Biotechnology Glossary. References and Recommended Reading. Index.

“This book is designed for biochemical and biopharmaceutical engineers, technicians, scientists new to biotechnology, production staff, QA personnel, and managers. It is fully equipped with a biotechnology glossary, numerous references, and an exceptionally extensive index, and it emphasizes practical techniques, methods, and applications. This volume presents unparallel, detailed, and cutting-edge information on bioprocessing systems, and is a working reference and formulary for producing recombinant, bioactive, or other exotic proteins, peptides, and nucleic acids to specification. The text provides coverage of the related technologies, coupled with the extensive biotechnology glossary, manufacturer’s directories, extensive references, important formulae, charts, illustrations, comprehensive index, and emphasis on practical techniques, time-proven methods, and essential applications. These features combine with its easy-to-use layout making it an essential resource for all individuals involved in this interesting and fast developing area of bioscience.” — John F. Kennedy, Bo Liu, Chembiotech Laboratories, Institute of Research and Development, University of Birmingham Research Park, UK, in International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2007 “This volume examines the bioproduction systems that support the controlled, automated, and quantity growth of proteins. The book discusses the substance, character, makeup, and quality of the basis materials used in the production and downstream processing of biomolecular materials: raw materials, reagents, intermediates, and consumables. … the text provides coverage of the related technologies, coupled with the extensive biotechnology glossary, manufacturer’s directories, extensive references, important formulae, charts, illustrations, comprehensive index, emphasis on practical techniques, time-proven methods, and essential applications. …” — In Anticancer Research, 2006 “… effectively and extensively covers fermenters, bioreactors, and biomolecular synthesizers. It is must reading for those new to biopharmaceuticals and is a useful reference for the experienced. … The bibliography and list of recommended reading at the end of the book is very useful in making this book a single source for all the diverse information necessary for recombinant biotechnology fields. The price of the book is moderate and I strongly recommend this book for both academic libraries and for interdisciplinary courses. … can be used day to day by management, researchers, and plant operators. Many industries can use this book in their employee training programs. … the author must be congratulated for compiling a fine work on such a vast topic.” — Milind Deshpande, Technical Director, Fermentation and Processing Center for Biocatalysis and Bioprocessing, University of Iowa