Describes the state-of-the-art techniques and methods involved in the design operation preparation and containment of bioreactor systems taking into account the interrelated effects of variables associated with both upstream and downstream stages of the design process. The importance of the initial steps in the development of a bioprocess such as strain and media selection that have an overwhelming influence on all further operations is emphasized. ;This work is intended for biochemical chemical and bioprocess engineers; biotechnologists; industrial biochemists; micro- and molecular biologists; food scientists; and upper-level undergraduate and graduate students in these disciplines. Language: English