New language lets researchers design novel biological circuits.

MIT professor’s startup makes synthesizing genes many times more cost effective.

Nonprofit provides hands-on experiments to students and teachers worldwide.

Biological engineer James Collins designs genetic circuits with novel functions.

With a new DARPA contract, biological engineer Christopher Voigt aims to harness the power of living cells.

Engineered viruses could combat human disease and improve food safety.

Protein-based sensor could detect viral infection or kill cancer cells.

Sensors, memory switches, and circuits can be encoded in a common gut bacterium.