Collaborative project to research impact of hybrid purifier in biotech

A collaborative project between 3M and the National Institute for Bioprocessing Research and Training (NIBRT) has been forged to conduct in-depth research into the Emphaze AEX Hybrid Purifier.

The project involves two studies, each performed independently by the NIBRT. The first study, which began in January, is examining the effect of chromatographic clarification on host cell DNA and the specific type and quantity of host cell proteins removed prior to downstream processing. Findings from this initial study will then be built upon in the second study and gains in performance from optimising the load conditions for the device will also be investigated.

“I am excited to be working with 3M on this project to demonstrate the beneficial aspects of the Emphaze AEX Hybrid Purifier,” said Dr Jonathan Bones, principal investigator at NIBRT. “The data from this project will be highly impactful and will empower the industry to confidently implement the technology and increase efficiency in purification processes.”

“3M is dedicated to advancing technologies and improving efficiencies in the biopharmaceutical industry. We believe that Emphaze AEX Hybrid Purifier has the potential to significantly improve the manufacture of therapeutic proteins,” added Hani El-Sabbahy, PhD, 3M biopharmaceutical application engineering specialist. “The NIBRT collaboration facilitates understanding of the key challenges faced by industry and how novel technology can be applied to resolve these.”

3M’s purifier is a part of its Emphaze platform and combines chromatographic functionality with a filter matrix in a single use plug and play device. The aim of the research is to quantify and qualify the impact the device will have on downstream process in terms of complexity and cost.