Fermentation Technology (PTT 304/3)

"Modern Solid State Fermentation: Theory and Practice" covers state-of-the-art studies in the field of solid state fermentation (SSF). In terms of different characteristics of microbial metabolites, this book catalogs SSF into two main parts: anaerobic and aerobic SSF. Based on the principles of porous media and strategies of process control and scale-up, which are introduced in the book, it not only presents a well-founded explanation of essence of solid state fermentation, but also their influence on microbial physiology. In addition, due to the rapid development of this field in recent years, inert support solid state fermentation is also examined in detail. At last, the modern solid state fermentation technology platform is proposed, which will be used in solid biomass bioconversion. This book is intended for biochemists, biotechnologists and process engineers, as well as researchers interested in SSF.

This book provides a fundamental framework for the development of solid-state fermentation processes, enabling researchers currently working at laboratory scale to scale-up their process. It focuses on the use of mathematical models in the design and optimization of operation of large-scale bioreactors, showing how to plan a research program in order to characterize the growth kinetics and heat and mass transfer phenomena in a manner appropriate for incorporation into bioreactor models. It demonstrates, through a number of case studies, how these mathematical models can be used in the optimization of bioreactor performance. It also addresses other key steps in solid-state fermentation processes, such as substrate preparation, the production of inoculum and product recovery.

This work provides concise yet comprehensive coverage of biochemistry at an undergraduate level, providing easy access to the fundamentals in this field. The book covers all important areas in biochemistry in a format for learning and rapid revision.

The goal of this textbook is to provide first-year engineering students with a firm grounding in the fundamentals of chemical and bioprocess engineering. However, instead of being a general overview of the two topics, Fundamentals of Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering will identify and focus on specific areas in which attaining a solid competency is desired. This strategy is the direct result of studies showing that broad-based courses at the freshman level often leave students grappling with a lot of material, which results in a low rate of retention. Specifically, strong emphasis will be placed on the topic of material balances, with the intent that students exiting a course based upon this textbook will be significantly higher on Bloom's Taxonomy (knowledge, comprehension, application, analysis and synthesis, evaluation, creation) relating to material balances. In addition, this book will also provide students with a highly developed ability to analyze problems from the material balances perspective, which will leave them with important skills for the future. The textbook will consist of numerous exercises and their solutions. Problems will be classified by their level of difficulty. Each chapter will have references and selected web pages to vividly illustrate each example. In addition, to engage students and increase their comprehension and rate of retention, many examples will involve real-world situations.