Reversed-Phase Liquid Chromatography
Reversed-phase liquid chromatography (RPLC) is one of the most widely used techniques in analytical chemistry for separating and analyzing compounds in a mixture. This technique […]
Biochemical Engineering
Metschnikowia pulcherrima: An Oleaginous Yeast with Diverse Applications
Metschnikowia pulcherrima, an oleaginous yeast, has garnered significant interest in recent years due to its ability to accumulate high levels of lipids and its versatile […]
The use of Chick Embryo Fibroblasts in Biotechnology
Chick embryo fibroblasts (CEF) are a type of cells derived from the connective tissue of chick embryos. These cells have been extensively used in biotechnology […]
Achieving Genetic Stability in Microbial Strains For Industrial Use
Achieving genetic stability in microbial strains for industrial purposes is crucial to ensure consistent and reliable production of desired products. Here are some strategies employed […]
The Bacterium: Bacillus licheniformis
Bacillus licheniformis is a Gram-positive, rod-shaped bacterium that belongs to the genus Bacillus. It is commonly found in soil, dust, and various natural environments worldwide. […]
The Bacterium: Bacillus subtilis
Bacillus subtilis is a Gram-positive, aerobic rod-shaped bacterium that belongs to the genus Bacillus. It is commonly found in soil, water, and the gastrointestinal tracts […]
How Lysis Genes are Used For Bacterial Containment Systems
The use of lysis genes in bacteria as a biological containment system is a strategy employed in genetic engineering to prevent the unintended spread of […]
The Yeast: Yarrowia lipolytica
Yarrowia lipolytica is a non-pathogenic obligate aerobic yeast species that belongs to the family Dipodascaceae within the phylum Ascomycota. It is an industrially important microorganism […]
Using Scaffold Proteins for Stem Cell Adhesion and Proliferation
Scaffold proteins can be utilized to promote the adhesion, differentiation, and proliferation of stem cells by providing a three-dimensional (3D) microenvironment that mimics the natural […]
What is Hydroxyapatite?
Hydroxyapatite (HA) is a naturally occurring mineral form of calcium apatite, which is the main inorganic component of bone and teeth. It is a crystalline […]
Achieving Stable Gene Amplification
Generating stable gene amplification in a chromosome typically involves the introduction of specific genetic elements or manipulation of the chromosome to promote increased copy numbers […]
What is Citric Acid And How is It Made?
Citric acid (C6H8O7) is a six-carbon tricarboxylic acid which is also known as 2-hydroxy-1,2,3 – propane tricarboxylic acid. It was first isolated from lemon juice […]
What is Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV)?
Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) is a sophisticated optical measurement technique used in fluid mechanics to visualize and quantify the velocity field of a fluid flow. […]
Machine Learning in Chemical and Biochemical Engineering
Machine learning (ML) has emerged as a powerful tool in chemical and biochemical engineering, revolutionizing various aspects of research, development, and industrial processes. By leveraging […]
The Fermentation of Amycolatopsis mediterranei
Amycolatopsis mediterranei is a bacterium known for its ability to produce rifamycin B, an important antibiotic used in the treatment of tuberculosis and other bacterial […]
What is Bioinformatics and its Role in Biotechnology?
Bioinformatics is a relatively new field in life sciences which combines the power of computing science with molecular biology, chemistry and genetics, and other disciplines […]
Bioreactor Design and Scale-Up
Bioreactor design is quite a discipline and forms the main topic of interest for anyone involved in producing biomass and products such as antibiotics to […]
The Value of BLAST in Bioinformatics
BLAST (Basic Local Alignment Search Tool) is a widely used bioinformatics tool for sequence similarity searching. It enables researchers to compare a query sequence against […]
Trichosporon oleaginosus and Lipid Production
Trichosporon oleaginosus (used to be called Candida curvata) is an oleaginous yeast known for its robust ability to produce and accumulate lipids. This yeast species […]
The use of Hamster Melanoma Cells in Biotechnology
Hamster melanoma cells, specifically cells derived from the Syrian hamster (Mesocricetus auratus), have been employed in various applications within the field of biotechnology. Here are […]