Wave bioreactor
A wave bioreactor is a type of bioreactor used in the field of biotechnology that utilizes gentle stirring mechanisms to cultivate cells, tissues, or other biological organisms. The 'wave' refers to the rocking motion introduced to the culture medium that simulates conditions similar to human body, such as temperature, pH, humidity, and nutrient supply.\n\nThis technology is made of disposable bag chambers placed on a rocking platform that creates a wave-like motion, providing oxygen and nutrients to the cells. It's frequently used in large-scale production of therapeutic proteins, vaccines, monoclonal antibodies, stem cells and in the creation of biofuels. \n\nAdvantages include low risk of contamination due to its single-use design, ease of operation and scale-up, and reduced cleaning and sterilization requirements.