Centrifugal Separations in Biotechnology Author:Wallace Woon-Fong Leung This book is the first devoted to centrifugal separation in biotechnology. It is of value to — professionals in the chemical, bioprocess, and biotech sectors, and all those concerned with bioseparation, bioprocessing, unit-operations and process engineering. — Key topics covered include a full introduction to centrifugation, sedimentation and sepa... more »ration; detailed coverage of centrifuge types, including batch and semi-batch centrifuges, disk-stack and tubular decanter centrifuges; methods for increasing solids concentration; laboratory and pilot testing of centrifuges; selection and sizing centrifuges; scale-up of equipment, performance prediction and analysis of test results using numerical simulation.
. A comprehensive guide to centrifuges, their optimal development and operation in the biotechnology industry
. Applications for the separation of proteins, DNA, mitochondria, ribosomes,
lysosomes and other cellular elements
. Provides detailed process information and data to assist in the development
of particular processes from existing systems
. Explores the commercial applications of centrifuges in biotechnology
. Guidance on troubleshooting and optimizing centrifuges« less