12 June 2025 • , 9 – 12:15 AM • Graz, Austria
Symposium: H2-driven Biotechnology
On June 12, 2025, Graz University of Technology will host the international symposium “H2-driven Biotechnology”. The event will highlight recent scientific and technological advances in the use of hydrogen in biotechnology – ranging from fundamental research to industrial applications. Leading experts from academia and industry will present initiatives such as CIRCULH2 and ROBUSTOO, discuss hydrogen-driven cofactor regeneration, and share insights into biocatalytic processes at companies like AstraZeneca and HydRegen. The symposium will take place from 9:00 AM to 12:15 PM at Petersgasse 14, TU Graz, Austria.
For detailed information please download our program (PDF)
1-4 July 2025 • Graz, Austria
17th Symposium on Bacterial Genetics and Ecology
The 17th Symposium on Bacterial Genetics and Ecology (BAGECO), in conjunction with the 11th Theodor Escherich Symposium, will take place from July 1 to 4, 2025, in Graz, Austria.
The symposium will focus on recent advancements in bacterial genetics and ecology, providing a platform for researchers to share insights and foster collaborations. The abstract submission deadline has been extended to March 14, 2025.
9-12 November 2025 • Munich, Germany
International Symposium and Exhibition on the Purification of Proteins, Peptides and Polynucleotides (ISPPP)
The International Symposium and Exhibition on the Purification of Proteins, Peptides and Polynucleotides (ISPPP) cordially invites you to participate in the 44th edition in November 2025, at the Garching campus of Technical University of Munich near Munich, Germany. Over forty years after the first meeting in Washington DC, USA, the ISPPP remains a leading scientific event fostering innovation and advancements across all areas of bioseparation – from analytical techniques to bioprocess operations.
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Mechanistic Modeling in Virus Filtration
- Date: 10.6.2025
- Time: 15:00 – 17:00 PM
- Plattform: Zoom & On-site at BOKU University, Muthgasse 18, 1190 Wien (MUG1 SR 51)
- Moderation: Nico Lingg (acib GmbH)
- Introduction: Prof. Alois Jungbauer
Speakers:
Dr. Hironobu Shirataki (Asahi Kasei Medical Co., Ltd., Tokyo)
Prof. Ranil Wickramasinghe (University of Arkansas, USA)
Dr. Hironobu Shirataki (Asahi Kasei Medical Co., Ltd., Tokyo)
Prof. Ranil Wickramasinghe (University of Arkansas, USA)
Contact:
Nico Lingg
Nico Lingg
Overview
This session focuses on mechanistic modeling approaches in and practical implications for virus filtration – a critical step in ensuring viral safety in biomanufacturing.
Topics
Dr. Hironobu Shirataki introduces advanced multilayer models for virus filters, illustrating how membrane structure and protein aggregates influence virus retention and filtration behavior.
Prof. Ranil Wickramasinghe presents on virus clearance validation challenges, highlighting how protein aggregates affect filter performance and virus retention, with insights into various mitigation strategies.
Past Webinars
Webinar Series: Modeling and Simulation in Biotechnology and Biochemical Engineering
First Webinar: Mechanistic and Hybrid Modeling in Downstream Processing
Webinar Series: Modeling and Simulation in Biotechnology and Biochemical Engineering
Second Webinar: Metabolic modeling in microbial and mammalian cells
Second Webinar: Metabolic modeling in microbial and mammalian cells
Webinar Series: Modeling and Simulation in Biotechnology and Biochemical Engineering
Third Webinar: Sustainability in Bioprocessing
Ethics & AI in Biotechnology
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