Control cells by reengineering proteins and small molecules.
Design and create synthetic cellular circuits and switches.
Build engineered tissues for in vitro and in vivo applications.
Model and reengineer microbes and their complex ecosystems.

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.

About the BDC

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.

Meet Our Team
The BDC is a dynamic, collaborative environment with strong connections with academia and industry.
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