A mathematical model for the production of biosurfactants by Pseudomonas aeuginosa CFTR-6: Production of biomass

The fermentation reaction producing biosurfactant using Pseudomonas aeruginosa CFTR-6 was studied. The progress of the bioreaction was monitored in terms of biomass production, product formation and substrate consumption in shake flask experiments using different initial sugar concentrations. A logistic model for biomass growth was found to be satisfactory. Average estimates of the specific growth rate, biomass yield coefficient and maintenance coefficients were obtained.