At the Biological Design Center, our goal is to examine life’s intricate processes by unlocking the underlying design logic of biological systems. We use biological “building blocks” to create cells, organisms, and functions not found in nature—thereby innovating new applications in biotechnology and medicine.

TEAM OF GAME CHANGERS
The BDC brings together expertise from across multiple disciplines—including biology, engineering, physics, and chemistry—to conduct groundbreaking research in biological design that is deeply collaborative and innovative.
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A Saliva Test for Soldiers, Athletes, and Others Aims to Predict Performance
BU engineer to lead $17.7 million DARPA project analyzing biomarkers to assess readiness for physically and
CISE and BDC Host Event to Connect Faculty with IMEC
Fifteen distinguished Boston University faculty members shared their research at an event jointly hosted by the