News|Articles|December 3, 2025

Biocapacitance as a PAT Tool: Real-Time Biomass Monitoring for Upstream Bioprocessing

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This whitepaper explores biocapacitance measurement as a process analytical technology (PAT) for real-time biomass monitoring in mammalian and microbial systems. Learn how this QbD-aligned approach enhances upstream process control, reduces reliance on post-batch testing, and supports continuous manufacturing. Three real-world applications illustrate its impact on process visibility and efficiency.


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