This course explores the field of synthetic biology and its potential to create living organisms from scratch. Participants will learn about ordering DNA online, the cost of creating synthetic humans, the use of yeast as a catalyst, safety engineering in synthetic biology, and more. The teaching method includes presentations and discussions by distinguished experts in the field. This course is intended for individuals interested in the intersection of biology, genetics, and bioengineering, particularly those curious about the future possibilities of creating life through synthetic means.
It's Alive, But Is It Life - Synthetic Biology and the Future of Creation
World Science Festival via YouTube
Overview
Syllabus
Synthetic Biology and the Future of Creation
Participant Intros
Ordering DNA from the internet
How much does it cost to make a synthetic human?
Why is yeast the best catalyst
How George Church printed 90 billion copies of his book
Creating synthetic rose oil
Safety engineering and synthetic biology
Do we want to be invaded by bad bacteria?
Do you need a human gene's to create human cells?
The standard of DNA sequencing in utero
The science community is divided by closed press meetings
The Human Genome Project. What is it?
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