Chemical engineers with a focus in bioprocess work at the forefront of biological and engineering sciences through the conversion of biological materials into other forms needed by mankind. Application areas commonly associated with bioprocess engineering include:
- Biopharmaceuticals (therapeutic proteins, polysaccharides, vaccines, and diagnostics) - Specialty products and industrial chemicals (antibiotics, value-added food and agricultural products, and fuels, chemicals, and fibre from renewable resources) - Environmental-management aids. (products and services to control or remediate toxic wastes)
