Abstract
Theories of protein partitioning in two-phase systems which account for the effects of different aspects of system composition — such as the choice of materials, protein size, polymer molecular weight, polymer concentration, salt concentration, and affinity ligands — are reviewed. Although the present theories provide some information about specific aspects of partitioning, a comprehensive and fundamental theory which can be used to predict protein partitioning behaviour has not yet been developed. Some recommendations for future work are given.
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Baskir, J.N., Hatton, T.A. (1989). An Overview of Theoretical Developments for Protein Partitioning in Aqueous Two-Phase Polymer Systems. In: Fisher, D., Sutherland, I.A. (eds) Separations Using Aqueous Phase Systems. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4684-5667-7_37
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