Delves into synthetic biology, assembling molecular components for biological functions in living cells, including gene expression control and engineered receptor signaling.
Explores minimal microtubule systems in artificial cells, focusing on building functional complexity in vitro and the challenges of synthetic cell division.
Explores the mathematical analysis of genetic circuits and the implementation of synthetic plasmids in E. coli, focusing on the concept of limit cycle oscillators.
Explores sustainable living materials through a programmable microbial foundry and Engineered Living Materials, including AquaPlastic and stiff living materials.
Explores genetic circuits in synthetic biology, focusing on the lac operon mechanism and the design of synthetic circuits using standardized biological parts.
Explores engineering intelligent cells through genetic and protein circuits for cell engineering, discussing sensing mechanisms and signal transmission.