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Model-based optimization of a recombinant E. coli fed-batch process for best time-space yield and conversion efficiency

  • TU Wien

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Abstract

Within this contribution we use a mechanistic model to optimize the feed addition and harvest time point of the induction phase of a recombinantly produced protein in E. coli. The model includes the metabolic load of the forced product formation and its effects on the production rate as well as the biomass conversion yield. The model was fitted to three experiments with different constant substrate feed rates during the production phase. Under usage of the calibrated model, optimal substrate addition and harvest time points with the objective to improve the time-space yield were determined. In addition, a constant feed rate was compared to an increasing feed rate with the aim to maintain a constant biomass specific substrate uptake. Different optimal combinations were identified and compared considering time and resource efficiency. The work shows how recombinant protein production and the inevitable metabolic load can be incorporated into a simple mechanistic model. Once calibrated to a limited number of experiments the model is suited for the design of a resource and time optimal induction phase. Future experiments and uncertainty analysis will show how well the model predicted the real optimal operating points.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings of the 33rd European Symposium on Computer Aided Process Engineering
EditorsAntonis Kokossis, Michael C. Georgiadis, Efstratios N. Pistikopoulos
PublisherElsevier
Publication date2023
Pages2607-2612
ISBN (Print)978-0-443-23553-5, 978-0-443-15274-0
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2023
Event33rd European Symposium on Computer Aided Process Engineering - Athens, Greece
Duration: 18 Jun 202321 Jun 2023

Conference

Conference33rd European Symposium on Computer Aided Process Engineering
Country/TerritoryGreece
CityAthens
Period18/06/202321/06/2023
SeriesComputer Aided Chemical Engineering
Volume52
ISSN1570-7946

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth
    SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth
  2. SDG 12 - Responsible Consumption and Production
    SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production

Keywords

  • Bioprocessing
  • Optimization
  • Production phase modelling
  • Simulation
  • Recombinant protein production

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