synthetic biology
Biotechs Bolster Biosecurity to Safeguard the Future of Nucleic Acid Sequencing
Danielle Gerhard, PhD | Aug 22, 2024 | 10 min read
Synthetic DNA can pose significant biosecurity risks. Experts call for more screening by providers and institutions to mitigate security concerns.
Building Living Bridges with Anthrobots
Laura Tran, PhD | Aug 15, 2024 | 2 min read
Researchers used adult human cells to craft biological robots capable of movement and more.
Synthetic Screens, Genes, and De Novo Proteins - A Special Podcast Series
The Scientist and Twist Bioscience | 2 min read
In this podcast series, scientists discuss the unique ways they employ synthesized DNA libraries in their research.
Building Cells from the Bottom Up
Danielle Gerhard, PhD | Jun 14, 2024 | 8 min read
To understand the molecular blueprint for life, Cees Dekker is starting from scratch, building fully synthetic cells that are capable of cell division.
Back to the Basics to Break Boundaries
Meenakshi Prabhune, PhD | Jun 14, 2024 | 2 min read
Armed with cutting-edge technologies, scientists find innovative ways to better use biological systems.
Synthetic Genomes: Rewriting the Blueprint of Life
Priyom Bose, PhD | 8 min read
Scientists construct synthetic genomes using computational and genetic engineering strategies to better understand complex biological systems.
Enzymatic DNA Synthesis: Going to Great Lengths
Danielle Gerhard, PhD | Jun 14, 2024 | 10+ min read
When chemical approaches for synthesizing longer DNA oligonucleotides plateaued, scientists turned to a one-of-a-kind enzyme.
Infographic: Synthetic Biology is Transforming Clothes and Cosmetics
Meenakshi Prabhune, PhD | Jun 14, 2024 | 2 min read
Recombinant proteins usher in an era of sustainable fashion.
The Art and Science of Synthetic Biology
The Scientist | 2 min read
Researchers get creative using bacterial bits and pieces to produce synthetic cells for studying cancer.
Synthetic Biology is in Fashion
Meenakshi Prabhune, PhD | Jun 14, 2024 | 10+ min read
Scientists are pulling on the protein threads that bind textiles and cosmetics together.
From Code to Creature
Laura Tran, PhD | Jun 14, 2024 | 10+ min read
A happenstance collaboration between biologists and roboticists led to the birth of a strange creation: living machines derived from frog stem cells.
Advancing Drug Discovery by Employing Synthetic Biology Tools
The Scientist | 1 min read
In this webinar, learn about the origins of artificial gene circuits and how researchers currently use synthetic biology strategies to uncover new drugs.
Infographic: Chemical Versus Enzymatic DNA Synthesis
Danielle Gerhard, PhD | Jun 14, 2024 | 2 min read
Polymerase-driven synthesis is gaining traction as scientists look to generate longer oligonucleotides and cut back on hazardous waste.
Artificial Chromosomes for Disease Modeling
Holly Barker, PhD | Jun 12, 2024 | 3 min read
A new technique for synthesizing chromosomes can introduce panels of genes into disease models to facilitate drug testing.
Building Bridges for Translational Research - A Special Podcast Series
The Scientist and Cytiva | 2 min read
Translational scientists discuss their experiences taking preclinical concepts to the market.
Synthetic Systems for Studying Natural Cells
Danielle Gerhard, PhD | Jun 3, 2024 | 2 min read
Oskar Staufer engineers synthetic systems to explore cancer biology.
Bioengineering Interkingdom Communication
Hannah Thomasy, PhD | Jun 3, 2024 | 2 min read
Genetically edited bacteria sense the environment and report their findings to “listening” plants.
Brush Up: Quorum Sensing in Bacteria and Beyond
Deanna MacNeil, PhD | 4 min read
Microbes communicate with quorum sensing to coordinate their behavior in response to how many neighbors they have.
Revving Up a Protein Lawnmower
Laura Tran, PhD | May 7, 2024 | 4 min read
Scientists devised a synthetic protein-based motor fueled by biological reactions to cut through a peptide lawn.