DOI: https://doi.org/10.15368/theses.2011.53
Available at: https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/theses/498
Date of Award
5-2011
Degree Name
MS in Engineering - Biochemical Engineering
Department/Program
Biomedical and General Engineering
Advisor
Robert Crockett
Abstract
Mammary epithelial cells are highly efficient secreting cells. With genetic engineering, the uses of these cells could be endless. Research is being conducted on these cells to determine their full potential to the biotech industry.
This paper investigates whether bovine epithelial mammary cells can survive in glutaraldehyde-treated gelatin tubes in an operating bioreactor. Many bioreactors were developed and tested to suit the needs of the cells. Procedures were created and carried out to ensure sterility of the bioreactors. Bovine mammary epithelial cells were implanted in the bioreactors and samples of their growth were taken over time.