Worcester Polytechnic Institute researchers Steven Van Dessel, Sarah Strauss, Mingjiang Tao, Nima Rahbar, Suzanne Scarlata, Sichao Liu, and others are seeking solutions for a source of 40 percent of carbon emissions worldwide—in human-made infrastructure. Read about their work in The Journal. #wpi #sustainabledevelopment #carbonneutrality #concrete #buildingdesign #biomaterials #buildingenvelope #polymers #smartsystems #biochemistry #ai #artificialintelligence #climatechange #climatechangesolutions

🌿 We are in an exciting era of Synthetic Biology! A recent World Economic Forum article highlighted how this field is set to reshape industries and aid in achieving net-zero emissions. 🔬 At Syngens, our journey in synthetic biology combined with AI is focused on developing innovative applications in areas like biofuels, biodegradable materials, therapeutics, and sustainable food options. 💡 Being a startup in this domain means facing firsthand challenges – from navigating regulatory landscapes to exploring sustainable funding models. It is a path of learning and adapting. 🌱 We are inspired by the potential of synthetic biology. More than a scientific endeavour, it represents a pathway towards a sustainable and resilient future. Here at Syngens, we are committed to being part of this transformative journey, contributing to innovations that can make a real difference. #SyntheticBiology #Sustainability #Innovation #Biotechnology #GreenTech #AI

Reinventing Nature: how synthetic biology can shape our living planet Synthetic biology has changed the way we live: from genetically modified food to insulin production and engineered mosquitos. This is the science that shrinks traditional engineering to the nanometre, tailoring life from inside a cell.   Can we engineer bacteria to remove waste products from our environment and reverse the effects of climate change? Will the future of meat be from within a lab? Can we create new kinds of cells that live within the human body, changing their colour to notify us of disease?   We join Associate Professor Harrison Steel (2016 Roden Cutler NSW John Monash Scholar) from the University of Oxford to discuss how he combines robotic technologies with biological engineering to tackle the world's challenges. At the forefront of scientific possibility, Harrison reflects on which hurdles may take down a billion-dollar investment, and the necessary ethical questions arising when we try to re-design life. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/gK-5Kiep

The Future of Synthetic Biology: A Glimpse Ahead Synthetic biology is poised to reshape our world with groundbreaking innovations. Expect tailored organisms for specific applications, like custom-engineered bacteria for pharmaceuticals or crops designed for harsh climates. Biological computing may offer new ways to process data, while sustainable solutions could revolutionize industries with eco-friendly products and pollution clean-up. In medicine, personalized treatments and regenerative therapies are on the horizon. However, the field must navigate ethical and safety concerns as it progresses. The future of synthetic biology promises transformative advancements, blending creativity with responsibility. #future #biological #futuristic #synthetictech #bioTech #content

NEW: Four Harvard University research teams win Salata Institute and Harvard Office of Technology Development (OTD) funding to advance climate change tech: 🟢 From the labs of Pam Silver, Elliot T. and Onie H. Adams Professor of Biochemistry and Systems Biology, and Michael Springer, Professor of Systems Biology, a research team led by Neil Dalvie, a Fellow in Systems Biology, is developing a technology that uses engineered bacterial strains to accelerate mineral weathering. The technology may provide a natural, scalable solution to accelerate CO2 sequestration for long-term storage. 🟢 Making hydrogen peroxide, a key industrial chemical used widely in manufacturing products, currently requires fossil fuels and expensive catalysts, and contributes to climate change. A research team led by Michael Aziz, Gene and Tracy Sykes Professor of Materials and Energy Technologies, has developed a novel approach to produce ‘green’ hydrogen peroxide. 🟢 A research team led by Daniel Nocera, Patterson Rockwood Professor of Energy, is developing a biofuel alternative to fossil-based jet fuel. The hybrid inorganic-biological system only requires sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide from the air to produce hydrocarbons. 🟢 Creating plastics requires fossil fuels, contributing to climate change. Thanks to dyes and additives, many of the plastics in use today are un-recyclable. A research team led byed by Vinothan N. Manoharan, Wagner Family Professor of Chemical Engineering and Physics, and Audrey von Raesfeld, a PhD student in Applied Physics, has demonstrated a new way to produce recyclable plastic that retains the protective properties currently achieved by dyes. #ClimateChange #Sustainability #Climatech Read more about the projects here: https://bit.ly/4hkU3JU

Advances in biology and computer science have significantly improved biological engineering systems. This progress paves the way for creating biosolutions for many industries, bringing about a new era of innovation and #sustainability with significant societal benefits. A new report from the @Capgemini Research Institute shows that organizations expect environmental advantages like reduced waste (73%), pollution (62%), and emissions (58%) from #biosolutions. Over half of the executives plan to increase investment in biosolutions in the short term, rising to 68% and 76% in the medium and long term, respectively. Read the report for additional insights.

Advances in biology and computer science have significantly improved biological engineering systems. This progress paves the way for creating biosolutions for many industries, bringing about a new era of innovation and #sustainability with significant societal benefits. A new report from the @Capgemini Research Institute shows that organizations expect environmental advantages like reduced waste (73%), pollution (62%), and emissions (58%) from #biosolutions. Over half of the executives plan to increase investment in biosolutions in the short term, rising to 68% and 76% in the medium and long term, respectively. Read the report for additional insights.

Advances in biology and computer science have significantly improved biological engineering systems. This progress paves the way for creating biosolutions for many industries, bringing about a new era of innovation and #sustainability with significant societal benefits. A new report from the @Capgemini Research Institute shows that organizations expect environmental advantages like reduced waste (73%), pollution (62%), and emissions (58%) from #biosolutions. Over half of the executives plan to increase investment in biosolutions in the short term, rising to 68% and 76% in the medium and long term, respectively. Read the report for additional insights.

Advances in biology and computer science have significantly improved biological engineering systems. This progress paves the way for creating biosolutions for many industries, bringing about a new era of innovation and #sustainability with significant societal benefits. A new report from the @Capgemini Research Institute shows that organizations expect environmental advantages like reduced waste (73%), pollution (62%), and emissions (58%) from #biosolutions. Over half of the executives plan to increase investment in biosolutions in the short term, rising to 68% and 76% in the medium and long term, respectively. Read the report for additional insights.

Is synthetic biology the answer to helping acheive net zero? Read from the World Economic Forum's annual meeting report about the potential of synthetic biology to decarbonize the necessities of human life. https://lnkd.in/dHhFPx55 #SynBio