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Conventional membrane processes struggle to function at the limits of very high viscosity and high solid feeds faced in bioseparations applications such as biomass, biofuels and food processing. Centre looks at novel methods for fouling control during bio-separations, as well as developing and optimising microbial separation processes through collaborations with ±«±·³§°ÂÌýbioMASS lab.

Direct observation of fouling formation and removal from membranes

Fouling presents a huge challenge for membrane bioreactor (MBR) processes; however its mechanism is still not fully understood and the conventional techniques are not sufficient to complete the whole image of the fouling behaviour. 

A vibrating submerged hollow fibre module for fouling limitation in MBRs

Increasing shear rate at the membrane surface by cross flow velocity and air bubbling has been reported to decrease the fouling layer.