Flocculation
One of the fundamental processes of downstream processing of biomolecules is the separation of insoluble material from soluble material. It is regularly used in wastewater […]
Biochemical Engineering
Genome Clusters in the Production of Secondary Metabolites
Genomic clusters for secondary metabolites, also known as biosynthetic gene clusters (BGCs), are regions of the genome that contain genes responsible for the synthesis of […]
The Fermentation of Clavulanic Acid
The fermentation of clavulanic acid involves the cultivation of the bacterium Streptomyces clavuligerus under controlled conditions to induce the production of this important β-lactamase inhibitor. […]
The Differences Between Global and Focal Alignments in Bioinformatics
Global and local alignments are two types of sequence alignment methods used in bioinformatics. They differ in how they align two sequences and what information […]
The Manufacture of Polyhydroxyalkanoates using Fermentation
Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs) are a family of biodegradable, bio-based polyesters synthesized intracellularly by numerous microorganisms as carbon and energy storage compounds. Because PHAs possess thermoplastic properties […]
The Manufacture of Glutaric Acid using Fermentation
Glutaric acid, also known as pentanedioic acid, is a widely used chemical for various applications. These include production of polyamides, polyurethanes, glutaric anhydride, 1,5-pentanediol, and […]
The Value of Citrus Pectin Nanoparticles
Citrus pectin nanoparticles are nano-sized particles derived from citrus pectin, a complex polysaccharide found in the cell walls of citrus fruits, such as oranges, lemons, […]
The Basics of Fermentation Monitoring and Control
Fermentation should proceed without issue if it is controlled and managed properly. A fermentation relies on a microorganism, a bacteria, yeast or plant/animal cell being […]
Stem Cells in Developing Treatments for Human Diseases
When it comes to modeling and developing treatments for human diseases, various types of stem cells are utilized. Their use in biotechnology has been discussed […]
Tylosin: Properties and Manufacture
Tylosin is a broad-spectrum antibiotic belonging to the macrolide class. It is primarily used in veterinary medicine to treat various bacterial infections in animals, particularly […]
Catabolite Repression
Catabolite repression, also known as glucose repression, is a regulatory mechanism observed in microorganisms, including bacteria and fungi, that allows them to prioritize the utilization […]
The Production of Glutamic Acid By Fermentation
The production of glutamic acid through fermentation involves the use of microorganisms, particularly bacteria from the genus Corynebacterium and in particular, the species Corynebacterium glutamicum. […]
Chemical Synthesis of Peptides
The chemical synthesis of peptides, which are chains of amino acids linked by peptide bonds, is a crucial process in biochemistry, molecular biology, and pharmaceutical […]
The Microalgae Nannochloropsis as Aquaculture Feed
Nannochloropsis is a genus of microalgae that has gained attention as a well-established feed source in aquaculture due to its high nutritional value and ability […]
The Bacterium: Streptomyces clavuligerus
Streptomyces clavuligerus is a Gram-positive, filamentous bacterium that belongs to the genus Streptomyces, within the family Streptomycetaceae. It is known for its ability to produce […]
Stem Cells in Understanding Mammalian Development
Understanding mammalian development requires studying the intricacies of various stem cells. Here, I will discuss the pros and cons of three different types of stem […]
‘Normal’ Stem Cells and When They Go Wrong!
‘Normal’ Stem Cells Characteristics: Self-renewal: Normal stem cells have the ability to self-renew, generating more stem cells to maintain their population. Differentiation potential: They can […]
What Types of Cell Therapy are there?
Autologous, allogeneic, and xenogeneic cell therapies are different approaches to using cells for therapeutic purposes. There are three main types: Autologous Cell Therapy Autologous cell […]
Why are Polytene Chromosomes Interesting?
Polytene chromosomes are unique and characteristic structures found in certain tissues of various organisms, including insects. These chromosomes are formed through a process called endoreplication […]