Synthetic Biology Group, Professor Timothy Lu
The Synthetic Biology Group is focused on advancing fundamental designs and applications for synthetic biology.  Using principles inspired by electrical engineering and computer science, we are developing new techniques for constructing, probing, modulating, and modeling engineered biological circuits.  Our current application areas include infectious diseases, amyloid-associated conditions, and nanotechnology.

Recent News

10/3/2019: Engineered viruses could fight drug resistance

8/22/2019: High-precision technique stores cellular “memory” in DNA

8/20/2018: Biological engineers discover new antibiotic candidates

Recent Media

5/24/2018: Ingestible Sensors Electronically Monitor Your Guts

4/13/2017: Gloves armed with glowing bacteria may one day detect toxins or disease

9/4/2016: Recording the secret lives of cells