Bioprocessing is any process that uses complete living cells or their components to obtain desired products. The methods use various cell types, ranging from animal to virus. Multiple industries rely on products made through bioprocessing, including the pharmaceutical, food, chemical, and fuel industries. The Food and Drug Administration heavily regulates bioprocessing technology because of the nature of the process and its potential impact.
Biotechnical advances have enabled the production of various biopharmaceuticals within the biopharma realm. These include:
- Gene therapy vectors
- Therapeutic stem cells
- Promising new vaccines
Advancements in biopharma products are revolutionizing treatment for an increasingly broad range of diseases.