Laura Friis Lassen
University
University of Copenhagen (KU)
Company
NNE A/S
Project title
Understanding Cleaning in Place (CIP) for membrane processes
Project description
In many process systems, filter membranes are commonly used, the membranes are often part of a filtration unit, called a UF or UF/DF (ultrafiltration/ultrafiltration/diafiltration). Within life science manufacturing and particular in the pharmaceutical industry, cleaning of membranes is a key towards ensuring safety and hygiene standards. Cleaning of the membranes is typically done by a combination of base, acid, water, temperature and flow. The cleaning process is requiring significant resources, e.g. time, water, chemicals, therefore not only creating bottlenecks but also having a negative environmental impact. Solving this problem will provide fundamental insight into fouling and cleaning phenomena. This will increase process sustainability and improve overall CIP efficiencies
What was your motivation for becoming a Helix Lab Fellow?
My motivation for becoming a Helix Lab Fellow was the fellowship of students with similar interests. This can furthermore help me increase my network within the areas. Moreover, the facilities available and the possibility of working closely together with the industry.
What is the most exciting part of being a Helix Lab Fellow?
The most exciting part of being a Helix Lab Fellow is the possibility to experience the fellowship with similar students all writing their master thesis, more or less within the same fields of interest.
What perspectives do you see for your future after being a Helix Lab Fellow?
Increased and broadened possibilities in work relations and network.