Freeze-Drying (2^nd Ed.)

This book describes the rules of freeze-drying. The critical process data is not just presented theoretically but explained with regard to practical examples. Application of freeze-drying processes is the main emphasis of this book. Many years of experience in the freeze-drying business allow the author to present valuable criteria for the selection of laboratory or industrial plants. Evaluation of the latest publications guarantees state-of-the-art coverage of information.

FUNDAMENTALS OF FREEZE-DRYING TECHNOLOGYFreezingDryingStoringPLANT TECHNOLOGYPlants for freezingComponents of a freeze-drying plantPlants for batches up to 10 kgLarge scale plantFood production plantPHARMACEUTICAL, BIOLOGICAL, AND MEDICAL PRODUCTSProteins and hormonesViruses, serums, bacteria, yeastsAntibioticsLiposomes and nanoparticlesTransplantsFOODVegetables, fruits, and fruit juiceCoffeeEggs and ricePOWDER OF METAL OXIDE CERAMICPOINTS OF GENERAL INTERESTNorms and abbreviationsValidation of processes and plant