Method and system for bioreaction
US9163208B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 25, 2010 |
| Grant date | Oct 20, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 27, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12M41/14
- WIPO fieldBiotechnology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Novel bioreactor systems, adapted to provide continuous batch incubation of microbes, especially bacteria, are provided. Bioreactor bags are preloaded with inert microbes prior to being shipped to the user. The inert microbes may be substantially dry or in other inert forms, and are stored in soluble containers within the bioreactor bags. Multiple sterile, preloaded, disposable bioreactor bags are used in a self-contained housing. The bags are automatically incubated in the housing and dispensed, preferably into an irrigation system. The system provides serial batch production of useful microbes for a week or more, without further supervision or intervention. Methods of manufacture, methods of use, methods of sales, and methods of farming are also provided.
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