Biochemical Engineering Poster Winners at ECI Conference

The ECI Integrated Continuous Biomanufacturing (ICB) conference aims to unite industry and academia to foster collaboration and enhance patient access to transformative therapies. This year’s (ICB VI) motto, "Small Steps, Big Leaps," reflected the focus on incremental advancements that lead to significant breakthroughs. 

ICB VI showcased the exciting progress in continuous bioprocessing over the past decade, presenting real-world examples of these technologies in good manufacturing practices (GMP). The program addressed various topics, including regulatory issues, process simplification, applicability to new modalities, and technological advancements in process monitoring and control. Building on the success of previous conferences, ICB VI sought to inspire further innovation in the biomanufacturing field. 

Research initiatives taking place in the UCL Biochemical Engineering Department highlight the value of small, incremental improvements in achieving major advancements. Delphine Tavernier presented a poster on "Cell Retention Investigations at Different Development Scales to Inform Perfusion Scale-Up, Operation, and Impact on Downstream Processing," while Marie Dorn showcased her work on "Early Manufacturing Insights and Clone Selection for Perfusion Processes." Both researchers were honoured with Best Poster Prizes at the conference. Their contributions underscore UCL’s commitment to optimising bioprocesses through innovative engineering solutions and continuous methods to enhance efficiency and scalability. 

Find out more 

• 2024 ECI Integrated Continuous Biomanufacturing (ICB) conference
• Marie Dorn's UCL Research Profile
• Delphine Tavernier's UCL Research Profile