Core R&D Capabilities
Our industrial biotechnology platform begins with research and development focused on improving existing licensed technologies and developing new technologies for products with significant market potential. We are committed to achieving practical and commercially successful results with a focus on rapid commercialization. Our core research and development capabilities include:
 Strain modification
We genetically engineer improved microorganism strains using molecular biology techniques such as directed evolution. Our modified strains function as microbial factories to convert feedstocks to product at commercially competitive cost.
Bio-fermentation process development
We optimize fermentation processes to maximize yield and production rate and minimize energy and feedstock consumption, and continually to improve our production processes after successful commercialization.
Chemical analysis and purification
Cathay's technical strength lies in both bio-fermentation and post-fermentation processes such as bulk product purification and chemical analysis. We constantly monitor and improve our bioprocesses to achieve better quality, higher purity and yield, and minimal hazardous material usage and waste production. We design, test, and optimize new purification pathways at the industrial level.
Chemical synthesis
Our chemical engineers perform small- to mid-scale chemical synthesis, and have developed unique technologies to produce various downstream products derived from long-chain diacids. Our chemical engineers can help our clients with their specific application needs.
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