Hamilton, a leading name in laboratory automation technology and analytical sensors for the scientific community, has released a comprehensive white paper providing insights into the critical challenge of the cultivated meat industry: high production costs.
In the white paper, Hamilton addresses the key cost drivers in cell-cultured meat production, proposes applying Process Analytic Technologies (PAT) to enhance performance and cost-effectiveness, and outlines innovative solutions to improve production by implementing these principles.
According to Hamilton, PAT integrates advanced sensor technology to enhance efficiency and sustainability. It allows for real-time control and measurement of critical production parameters. In addition, it promises higher quality and volume yields while accelerating process optimization and shortening commercialization timelines.
Proteins for future generations
Additionally, the company highlights how in-line sensors can measure cell densities and monitor biomass performance. Moreover, PAT can track critical parameters like dissolved CO2, O2, and pH, providing immediate optimization and cost-reduction data, explains Hamilton.
Through several case studies presented in the study, Hamilton demonstrates how PAT has successfully tackled performance and efficiency challenges in cell cultivation. The technology has been endorsed by regulatory bodies like the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
A privately-held company, Hamilton has its headquarters in Reno, Nevada; Franklin, Massachusetts; and Bonaduz, Switzerland, with subsidiary offices worldwide. Hamilton offers many products, including liquid handling platforms, application-based solutions, small devices, process sensors, consumables, and OEM solutions.
Aniekan Esenam, Strategic Business Development Manager at Hamilton, comments: “Our innovative sensor technologies are more than just tools; they are crucial in producing reliable, reproducible results in cultivated meat production. Hamilton is committed to advancing this emerging industry, collaborating with scientific experts to create sustainable, high-quality protein sources for future generations.”
The full white paper, “PAT to Optimize the Cost, Consistency, and Yield of Cultivated Meat Production,” is available on the Hamilton website.
