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SPIDER Network for Automation Training

Automated bioprocess test beds will be designed and implemented across three sites. Each test bed will consist of process Sensors and software for Process control, Integration, Data analysis, process Evolution, and Reporting.
Categories
Proteins/ Antibodies
Drug substance
Process control
Talent/ Pipeline development
Project status
100% Completed

Solution

Performance Period: 5/1/2018 to 8/31/2019

Automated bioprocess test beds will be designed and implemented across three sites. Each test bed will consist of process Sensors and software for Process control, Integration, Data analysis, process Evolution, and Reporting. The test beds in the SPIDER Network will be used for training that addresses automation topics relevant to engineering, validation, operations, and quality assurance personnel. The team will develop an introductory course that can be delivered in hybrid format: online lectures and hands-on automation activities to apply new learning. In the future, the test beds will support additional courses and can also be used by research teams to facilitate innovation of new process analyzers, software, production processes, and data analysis models.

Impacts

Skilled workforce in automated bioprocesses enables process efficiency and product consistency

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Project Lead

North Carolina State University

North Carolina State University

Participating Organizations

Commissioning Agents Inc.

Commissioning Agents Inc.

Genentech, Inc.

Genentech, Inc.

International Academy of Automation Engineering

International Academy of Automation Engineering

Massachusetts Life Sciences Center

Massachusetts Life Sciences Center

Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC

Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC

University of Maryland College Park

University of Maryland College Park

Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Worcester Polytechnic Institute