A bioreactor is a vessel in which raw materials are biologically converted into specific products (like enzymes or proteins) using microbial, plant, animal, or human cells.
How it Works:
It provides the optimal growth conditions such as temperature, pH, substrate, salts, vitamins, and oxygen required to achieve the desired product.
The most commonly used is the stirred-tank bioreactor. The stirrer facilitates even mixing and ensures oxygen availability throughout the reactor.
It has control systems for foam, temperature, and pH to maintain a stable environment for the cells.