Bioprocess Analysis Using Design of Experiments
Goal
Learn how to design, execute and analyze and experiment to study bioprocesses with a hands-on approach
Description
The aim of this workshop is to provide the attendees with an introduction to the Design of Experiments (DoE) methods applied to analysis and optimization of bioprocesses. It focuses on the application of DoE methods using lectures, JMP statistical software (SAS Institute, NC) and case studies. The case studies, which provide real data, focus on microbial fermentation, chromatography and pharmaceutical product formulation. Attendees will receive a practical overview of the following topics: basic statistical concepts for DoE; how to use factorial, fractional factorial, and response surface designs for the characterization and optimization of bioprocesses; how to interpret the output of experimental design software (normal probability, interaction and contour plots or estimated coefficients tables for factorial or surface response models). Attendees are invited to bring their own laptops to get hands-on experience with JMP (it is suggested to pre-install a free 30-day trial downloadable online at jmp.com), pen and notepaper.
Who Should Attend?
Professionals from industry, students and researchers
What Should Attendees Bring?
Attendees are invited to bring their own laptops to get hands-on experience with JMP (it is suggested to pre-install a free 30-day trial downloadable online at jmp.com), pen and notepaper.
Organizer/Presenter
Marcello Fidaleo
Limit
Workshop is limited to 30 attendees.
Workshop Registration Fees
$400
After 7/20/2026 on-site registration rates apply.
SIMB Member Rate: $450
$600
After 7/20/2026 on-site registration rates apply.
Non-Member Rate: $650
$295
Certificate of Attendance
A certificate of attendance is available after the completion of the workshop and by email request only. Please contact registrar@simbhq.org.
Fermentation Basics
Goal
To gain a basic understanding of fermentation topics
Description
This workshop will provide individuals with an introduction to fermentation concepts in industrial settings. The workshop will be broken into topical sections. Real life fermentation case studies to reinforce key topics will be included. The first section of the workshop will include topics on fermentor equipment and design including aspect ratios, agitator design, sparger design and sterilization of equipment and media. The second section will deal with actual operational issues of fermentation processes including media design considerations, foam control strategies, shear, mixing, aeration, and feeding methods. The workshop will finish with a section that covers scale-up concerns.
Who Should Attend?
Those who are new to fermentation or have limited (less than 5 years) exposure to fermentation concepts. Scientists and non-scientists will benefit from the concepts discussed in the workshop.
Attendees are invited to bring their own laptops but they are not required.
Organizer/Presenter
Tim Cooper, Ph.D.
Limit
Workshop is limited to 30 attendees.
Workshop Registration Fees
$400
After 7/20/2026 on-site registration rates apply.
SIMB Member Rate: $450
$600
After 7/20/2026 on-site registration rates apply.
Non-Member Rate: $650
$295
Certificate of Attendance
A certificate of attendance is available after the completion of the workshop and by email request only. Please contact registrar@simbhq.org.
Estimating Metric Tons from Microtiter Plates – How to Build a Flowsheet-based TEA to Support Early Phase R&D
Description
When ideating new bioproduct development opportunities, scientists and engineers are often tasked to estimate the production cost and environmental impact while the process is still at the microtiter plate and flask scale. As part of this, we must understand the quality, market, cost, environmental, and regulatory aspects related to the product we wish to produce, as well as when and where we wish to produce it and apply that to the early stage project — sometimes referred to as “beginning with the end in mind.” This workshop will focus on a hands-on approach to build up a technoeconomic assessment (TEA) and life cycle assessment (LCA) for biomolecule products that are still within early phase R&D, creating a flowsheet level model using tools widely available to every user rather than specialized software, and provides a starting point from which to develop your own models with some common techniques. Then, we’ll examine how the learnings from these models can be used to guide R&D efforts. Finally, we will also take a glimpse into some of the other tools available for creating more advanced TEA and LCA models.
Organizer/Presenter
Ben Johnson, DSM Ferminich
Limit
Workshop is limited to 30 attendees.
Workshop Registration Fees
$400
After 7/20/2026 on-site registration rates apply.
SIMB Member Rate: $450
$600
After 7/20/2026 on-site registration rates apply.
Non-Member Rate: $650
$295
Certificate of Attendance
A certificate of attendance is available after the completion of the workshop and by email request only. Please contact registrar@simbhq.org.