Microbial Production of High-Value Products

Microorganisms have become a reliable pillar of biotechnology, enabling the economically viable production of high-value products at an industrial level. This edited volume discusses advances in synthetic biology and genetic engineering that have made this possible, and explores the implementation and challenges of these techniques for manufacturing high-value products.

Format: Hardback
Length: 355 pages
Publication date: 07 September 2022
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

This edited volume underscores the pivotal role that microorganisms have assumed in the realm of biotechnology. The authors delve into the advancements in synthetic biology and genetic engineering that have facilitated the reprogramming of microbial cellular capabilities, thereby enabling the economically viable production of high-value products on an industrial scale.

The first part of the book offers a comprehensive overview of synthetic biology and genome editing tools, which are instrumental in engineering microbial cell factories for modern fermentation. Readers gain insights into how high-throughput bioprocessing methods are employed to recover and purify microbial products.

The subsequent chapters explore the implementation and complexities of these upstream and downstream processing techniques for the manufacturing of high-value products. Cost-effectiveness and quality-control emerge as critical considerations when discussing the production of low-molecular-weight products, biopharmaceuticals, biopolymers, and protein-based nanoparticles.

This book serves as a valuable resource for biotechnologists, whether they are engaged in industry or academia. It provides a comprehensive and up-to-date account of the latest developments in microbial biotechnology, enabling professionals to stay at the forefront of this rapidly evolving field.

Weight: 711g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031065996
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022