Curious about synthetic biology but don’t have a science background? This seminar is for you. Join us for a dynamic, half-day journey into the world of engineering biology—designed specifically for executives, investors, policymakers, and the “biocurious.” You’ll learn how scientists are programming living systems to create everything from chemicals and fuels to food, materials, and medicine.
We’ll start with the basics—using an input/output lens to demystify how biological systems work and how they can be engineered. Ever wondered what biological molecules are made of, or how cells act like tiny factories? We’ll explore how DNA encodes life, how proteins do the work, and how we can tweak genetic circuits and metabolism to design new biological functions.
This is not just theory. You’ll see how these ideas are applied in the real world—with real-world examples from startups, industry leaders, and the frontiers of biotech innovation.Seminar Modules:
• Introduction & Motivation
• Biology & Engineering Basics
• Cells, Factories & Protein Engineering
• Genetic Control & Metabolic Engineering
• Synthetic Biology Industry Overview
• What’s Your Biostrategy?
By the end, you’ll be equipped to speak the language of synthetic biology, spot new opportunities, and understand how biology is becoming a technology platform.
Join us at SynBioBeta 2025 for this essential pre-conference course—an unforgettable primer on the future of biology.
