Monitoring and Controlling Biocatalytic Processes
by John Woodley and Paul A. Bird, the Advanced Centre for Biochemical Engineering at University College, London, and David C.A. Sharp, Pfizer Global R&D. Increased selectivity and byproduct prevention are some of the advantages of using biocatalytic processes for manufacturing chiral products and chemical intermediates. yet no industrial processes are currently using biocatalysts with Baeyer?Villiger monooxygenases because, among other factors, available monitoring and control techniques have not been rapid enough to prevent reactant and product inhibition. However, as the authors describe, rapid monitoring and control can now be achieved using near-infrared spectroscopy that, during tests, resulted in a 30% gain in productivity.
The Solution Lies with SOLBIOTE™: Achieving Sustainability, a Growing Focus in Biopharma
October 28th 2024The nexus between biopharmaceuticals and sustainability is seemingly far apart, however, it is increasingly recognized as an inevitable challenge. It is encouraged to take a sustainable approach to reducing the environmental impact of the production and supply of medicines while improving people's health; delivering the well-being of people and the planet. Yosuke Shimojo (Technical Value Support Section Manager, Nagase Viita) will unveil how SOLBIOTE™, a portfolio of injectable-grade saccharide excipients, would be a key for the biopharmaceutical development and achieving sustainability for a better future of the industry.
