Bioreactors
| Definition: |
Tools or devices for generating products using the synthetic or chemical conversion capacity of a biological system. They can be classical fermentors, cell culture perfusion systems, or enzyme bioreactors. For production of proteins or enzymes, recombinant microorganisms such as bacteria, mammalian cells, or insect or plant cells are usually chosen. |
| Notes: |
for generating products from biol systems |
| Previously Indexed: |
Biotechnology (1987-1996) |
Bioreactors Definitions and Terms
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