Principles of Multiple-Liquid Separation Systems: Interaction, Application and Advancement describes the basic principles and advancements of multiple-liquid separation systems in downstream processing. Several important elements are included, such as the fundamental process and mechanisms of the multiple-liquid separation system, key principles of the interaction between different solvents and phase components, applications, and green solvents for the separation system. Furthermore, the book gives insights in commercializing this separation technique to industrial scale and making the process environmentally and economically sustainable. The book also presents constructive critics of this separation technique for both past and the latest findings.
- Comprehensively reviews several advanced separation methods and their fundamentals in a single source
- Covers a deep understanding of the interaction between various liquid phase techniques and the latest cases of advanced techniques applied in bioprocesses
- Provides a critical and constructive judgement of costs and environmental sustainability of multiple-liquid separation systems
Kit Wayne Chew is an Assistant Professor at the Chemical and Petroleum Engineering Department, United Arab Emirates University, Al Ain, United Arab Emirates. He obtained his PhD from the University of Nottingham, where he began his research in sustainable bioprocess engineering for food and pharmaceutical products. His current research focuses on algae biotechnology and the development of cost-effective and environmentally friendly methods for synthesizing functional ingredients. His research interests include sustainable bioprocessing and the utilization of algae for value-added applications.
Dr. Chia Shir Reen is a research fellow at the School of Engineering, Sunway University. She holds a PhD and a MEng. from the University of Nottingham Malaysia, and a MSc. from University of Malaya. Her research focuses on microalgae, renewable energy, biomass energy, bioprocessing and upstream processing. She has published extensively in high-impact journals and involved in projects related to green technology and renewable energy. During her studies, she received the Vice-Chancellor’s Medal in 2020. She is listed as Standford/Elsevier Top 2% Scientist from 2023 to 2025.
Pau Loke Show is the Director of the Center of Excellence for Research, Value Innovation and Entrepreneurship (CERVIE), UCSI University, Malaysia. He has also been affiliated with Khalifa University and the University of Nottingham Malaysia as a Professor of Biochemical Engineering. His research focuses on biochemical engineering, bioprocessing and sustainable applications of biotechnology, with particular interest in algae-based technologies. He has held leadership roles in professional and international bioprocessing organizations and has extensive experience in academic and research collaboration. He is also a professional engineer and technologist and he holds many memberships with engineering and higher-education organizations in Malaysia and the UK.
