title: Use of the Golden Section search method to estimate the parameters of the Monod model employing spread-sheets.
abstract: An alternative procedure to obtain the parameters of Monod's growth model in batch culture is presented. It is based on the integral kinetic analysis methodology, employs a one-dimensional Golden Section search optimization method and is implemented on a spread-sheet programme. The procedure is discussed in detail and is illustrated by analysis of batch substrate consumption data by an aerobic bacterial consortium.
authors.affiliation: the Center for Scientific and Technological Studies, Central American Research Institute for Industry, (ICAITI), P.O. Box 1552, 01901, Guatemala.
authors.forename: C
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Rolz
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Mata-Alvarez