Synthetic biology

Cell’s got the number
Researchers have engineered synthetic bacteria that solve math problems.
How scientists are harnessing the power of engineered living materials
Scientists are tapping living cells for their ability to synthesise complex molecules.
Mind your language
In the absence of semantic precision, the language of genetic engineering runs the risk of wilful misrepresentation of the science.
Designer Genomes
From food to fuels to medicines, synthetic biology promises to enrich our lives.