Designing and Engineering of Artificial Microbial Consortia (AMC) for Bioprocess: Application Approaches Course

About

The program on Designing and Engineering of Artificial Microbial Consortia (AMC) for Bioprocess: Application Approaches aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the principles and techniques involved in constructing and optimizing artificial microbial consortia for bioprocessing applications. Participants will delve into the intricate world of microbial interactions, exploring design strategies, and engineering approaches to tailor microbial communities for specific biotechnological tasks. The program will cover diverse applications, ranging from environmental remediation to biofuel production. Through a combination of lectures and case studies for sustainable bioproduction.

Aim

The aim of the program on Designing and Engineering of Artificial Microbial Consortia (AMC) for Bioprocess: Application Approaches is to equip participants with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and methodologies involved in the design and optimization of artificial microbial consortia for diverse bioprocessing applications. The program seeks to foster expertise in the manipulation of microbial communities through engineering strategies, enabling participants to apply this knowledge to address real-world challenges in fields such as environmental remediation, biofuel production, and other biotechnological processes. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge, the program aims to empower participants to contribute to the advancement of sustainable bioproduction by effectively designing and engineering artificial microbial consortia tailored to specific application needs.

Program Objectives

• Understand the principles and methodologies of designing artificial microbial consortia.
• Learn the engineering strategies for developing AMCs for various bioprocess applications.
• Explore the applications of AMCs in waste treatment, biofuel production, and pharmaceuticals.
• Gain hands-on experience in implementing AMCs in industrial bioprocesses.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in microbial engineering technologies.

Program Structure

Module 1: Concept, designing and engineering of AMC for industrial bioprocesses

Potential of AMC for the improvement of established microbial consortium.
AMC based novel processes for bioproduction of platform chemicals, biofuels, or pharmaceutical compounds.
AMC platform for co-cultures, exploration of the interaction mechanisms for the optimization of product enhancement factors.
AMC based solution to bioprocesses that fundamentally face metabolic restrictions or kinetic limitations.

Module 2: Parameter optimization, volumetric expansion and product yields for AMC based bioproduction of high value platform chemicals from wastes

Design and engineering of AMC as per the substrate profile without compromising the product yields.
Volumetric expansion of fermentation, AMC and optimization of eco-biotechnological parameters.
Identification of bioprocess space (ecological niche) & analysis of meta-data of microbial physiologies for the selection of microorganisms.

Module 3: Challenges with designing of individual pure cultures, mutual medium and scale up processes

Design of eco-biotechnological conditions (bioprocess parameters) for cultivating the individual pure cultures.
Designing of mutual medium and optimization in the eco-physiological section.
Scale up Industrial challenges.

Participant’s Eligibility

• Undergraduate degree in Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering, or related fields.
• Professionals in the energy sector or agricultural industries.
• Individuals with a keen interest in renewable energy and sustainable practices.

Program Outcomes

• Proficiency in designing and engineering artificial microbial consortia.
• Practical experience in implementing AMCs for bioprocess applications.
• In-depth knowledge of microbial interactions and metabolic engineering.
• Ability to optimize bioprocesses for enhanced efficiency and sustainability.
• Understanding of the latest advancements in microbial engineering technologies.

Program Deliverables

• Access to e-LMS
• Real-Time Project for Dissertation
• Project Guidance
• Paper Publication Opportunity
• Self Assessment
• Final Examination
• e-Certification
• e-Marksheet