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Represent Cambridge University at the International Genetically Engineered Machine (iGEM) competition. iGEM is an annual competition of high acclaim, with 350 participating teams from 45 countries last year. The competition involves teams of students trying to solve real-world problems using Synthetic Biology tools. Past...

The EngBio IRC have worked with researchers and innovators to tell the stories of open technologies emerging from the University of Cambridge and the broader Cambridge tech ecosystem. Our newly published report and website explore sixteen stories of open technogies and examine their current uses and applications, the...

Researchers from the Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology (CEB) have made a significant advancement in the area of synthetic biology, unveiling a novel method to design synthetic cells using DNA building blocks. This pioneering work promises to reshape our understanding and capabilities within the field...

The Department of Biochemistry is pleased to invite applications for a University Professor (Grade 11) in Synthetic Biology/Engineering Biology. This recruitment to the Department of Biochemistry is part of a strategic initiative to grow bioengineering in the School of the Biological Sciences and benefits from strong links...

Cambridge and Norwich researchers from the OpenPlant Synthetic Biology Research Centre have contributed to a recent Royal Society policy briefing urging the government to adopt an evidence-led approach to the regulation of genetically modified crops, which would allow researchers to tackle challenges posed by the climate...

The EngBio IRC supports postgrads (master’s and PhD students) and postdocs within the University of Cambridge Synthetic and Engineering Biology community to develop their own research skills, enable collaborations with different stakeholders and foster their interdisciplinary, cross-departmental and cross-school events. We...

As part of our project: Applying Open Tools & Resources: towards Accelerating Engineering Biology Innovation in the Cambridge Cluster , the EngBio IRC welcomes you to apply for seed fund opportunities . The Engineering Biology IRC Open Tech Collaborations Seed Fund offers up to £2500 to support the further development...

Science Creates has recently launched a brand new Engineering Biology Accelerator Programme , in partnership with the UKRI. The accelerator will provide Engineering Biology scientists with the expert support needed to transform their research into startup businesses. The programme comes with financial support and is open...

The Atlantic Declaration: A Framework for a Twenty-First Century U.S.-UK Economic Partnership The White House recently released details from the newly formulated Atlantic Declaration: A Framework for a Twenty-First Century U.S. – U.K. Economic Partnership . This innovative partnership focuses on various aspects, including...