Models of bacterial leaching

With a new generation of high-performance, computerized bioreactors and new analytic techniques, it may be possible to control and improve certain parameters associated with microbial leaching. To set up a good model, it is necessary to have a detailed knowledge of the mechanisms underlying the bacterial leaching process. This involves the effects of each one the parameters and understanding of the interactions between these different parameters. A complete understanding of all parameters that interfere in the control of the bacterial leaching processes will be the key for any solution to optimize these processes.