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Engineering Biology in Cambridge

 
Read more at: Cambridge and Norwich Researchers Urge Government for Evidence-Led GM crop regulation

Cambridge and Norwich Researchers Urge Government for Evidence-Led GM crop regulation

6 November 2023

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...


Read more at: NEW! The EngBio IRC Early Career Researchers Fund for Events

NEW! The EngBio IRC Early Career Researchers Fund for Events

26 September 2023

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...


Read more at: Engineering Biology IRC Open Tech Collaborations Seed Fund - A Call for Applications

Engineering Biology IRC Open Tech Collaborations Seed Fund - A Call for Applications

1 August 2023

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...


Read more at: Accelerating Research Impact with Open Technologies: Stories from the University of Cambridge

Accelerating Research Impact with Open Technologies: Stories from the University of Cambridge

We 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. Open technologies present us with an opportunity to democratise technology, promote collaboration and generate intellectual...


Read more at: Science Creates UKRI: Engineering Biology Accelerator Programme and roadshow

Science Creates UKRI: Engineering Biology Accelerator Programme and roadshow

13 July 2023

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...


Read more at: One of the critical technologies highlighted in the Atlantic Declaration is Synthetic Biology

One of the critical technologies highlighted in the Atlantic Declaration is Synthetic Biology

15 June 2023

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...


Read more at: EngBio IRC at the University of Cambridge seeks Steering Committee postdoc representatives - deadline 05 May 2023

EngBio IRC at the University of Cambridge seeks Steering Committee postdoc representatives - deadline 05 May 2023

27 March 2023

The Engineering Biology Interdisciplinary Research Centre provides a hub for anyone interested in Engineering and Synthetic Biology at the University of Cambridge. We are seeking 3 postdocs to join the IRC Steering Committee, to help set IRC strategy and plan regular event series and funding opportunities at the...


Read more at: Announcing the Results of the 2022 Postdoc Projects supported by the EngBio Postdoc Fund

Announcing the Results of the 2022 Postdoc Projects supported by the EngBio Postdoc Fund

15 March 2023

The EngBio Postdoc Fund supports postdocs within the University of Cambridge Synthetic and Engineering Biology community to develop their own interdisciplinary, cross-departmental and cross-school projects. Learn more about the results of the three postdoc projects which were successfully implemented in 2022. The 2022 fund...


Read more at: UK Government Science & Technology Framework

UK Government Science & Technology Framework

We are delighted to see that the UK Department for Science, Innovation and Technology has made Engineering Biology one of its top 5 priorities for its future strategy. Given the strong cross-disciplinary ethos in Cambridge, this provides a real opportunity to grow this area and build on what our...


Read more at: Engineering Biology recognised in UK Government Science and Technology Framework

Engineering Biology recognised in UK Government Science and Technology Framework

15 March 2023

We are delighted to see that the UK Department for Science, Innovation and Technology has made Engineering Biology one of its top 5 priorities for its future strategy. Given the strong cross-disciplinary ethos in Cambridge, this provides a real opportunity to grow this area and build on what our IRC has established. With...