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Design of multisample, multistep phase partitioning apparatus for use on Space Shuttle Spacelab, and Spacelab missionsTraditional separation techniques are inadequate for many new bioprocessing challenges. Innovative separation methods such as aqueous two phase partitioning are needed to perpetuate bioprocess commercialization. Aqueous two phase polymer partitioning systems provide a process for separating biological materials when combined with microgravity. An innovative space qualified apparatus developed for carrying out separations by partitioning in immiscible polymer systems under mirogravity conditions is described. The apparatus offers an innovative approach to low gravity bioseparations in general and phase partitioning in particular. These capabilities support NASA's interest in serving the biotechnology research community and providing quantitative data in the gravity dependent components of separation processes.
Document ID
19940005665
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Deuser, Mark S.
(Space Hardware Optimization Technology, Inc. Floyds Knobs, IN, United States)
Vanalstine, James M.
(Alabama Univ. Huntsville., United States)
Vellinger, John C.
(Space Hardware Optimization Technology, Inc. Floyds Knobs, IN, United States)
Wessling, Francis C.
(Alabama Univ. Huntsville., United States)
Lundquist, Charles A.
(Alabama Univ. Huntsville., United States)
Date Acquired
September 6, 2013
Publication Date
August 1, 1992
Publication Information
Publication: ESA, Proceedings of the 8th European Symposium on Materials and Fluid Sciences in Microgravity, Volume 1
Subject Category
Life Sciences (General)
Accession Number
94N10120
Funding Number(s)
CONTRACT_GRANT: NAGW-812
CONTRACT_GRANT: NAGW-1196
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Public
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