Lecturer: Bastian Nießing (Fraunhofer-Institut für Produktionstechnologie IPT)
The lecture "Automation in Bioproduction" provides a comprehensive overview of the development of automated processes in cell and gene therapy. First, the creation of flowcharts based on Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) is explained to transform manual processes into automated ones. Then, the necessary hardware components and their specific requirements are discussed to ensure smooth automation. Additionally, the modeling of biological production processes is addressed, using both 2D and 3D models for visualization and optimization of workflows. The lecture covers software solutions and emphasizes the importance of data-driven decision-making to optimize processes. Finally, the validation of automated biological production processes through experimental tests is discussed.