Bioprocess Engineering Principles

Bioprocess Engineering Principles, authored by Pauline M. Doran and published in 1995 by Elsevier Science Publishing Co Inc, is a pioneering textbook that bridges the gap between biological sciences and engineering practice. It is specifically designed to introduce process engineering concepts to biotechnologists and students who may not have an extensive engineering background, making it an essential resource for modern bioprocessing education. The book is organized into 13 chapters that are grouped into four main sections: Introduction, Material and Energy Balances, Physical Processes, and Reactions and Reactors. Each section presents an engineering analysis of biological systems through detailed explanations, numerous worked examples, and over 170 problems that cover applications such as recombinant cell cultures, immobilized catalysts, and traditional fermentations. Complementing its clear theoretical framework, the textbook includes exercises, key references, and suggestions for further reading in every chapter. Additionally, various appendices provide practical tools like conversion factors, physical and chemical property data, steam tables, and lists of symbols, all of which are invaluable for students and practitioners alike.