SYNTHETIC BIOLOGY ASSOCIATION OF THE NETHERLANDS
MISSION
To advance relationships between key stakeholders (academia, industry, government to general public) within the synthetic biology community between all levels of organisation, from student to politician, from professor to public.
VISION
At SynbioNL we believe that synthetic biology is the future of human progress. The Netherlands is ripe for a platform that can foster collaboration between different stakeholders, in order to achieve:
Representation in the global landscape
Advance synbio-technology
Encourage discourse within the public and political spheres
Date: 2 May 2025
Time: 9:30-17:00
Location: Utrecht University, Marinus Ruppert building
We will explore the frontiers of SynBio focusing on research at disciplinary intersections and the evolving boundaries of what can be “traditionally” considered synthetic biology. As the field increasingly integrates AI, materials science, metabolic engineering and space exploration, it is crucial to understand its limits, risks and transformative potential in an open and responsible manner. A panel of leading experts will present their perspectives on cutting-edge and unconventional SynBio research, illustrating how synthetic biology is reshaping biotechnology, industry, and society.
Beyond expert talks, we will host interactive discussions and workshops on high-risk and ethically complex topics that will teach you to critically assess emerging technologies, regulatory gaps, and societal implications. By bringing together researchers at the borders of synthetic biology, we aim to break silos, inspire new collaborations, and drive an open and responsible future for the field. This meeting is not just about what synthetic biology is today, it is about shaping its future in the interconnected world of tomorrow.
Listen to our podcast!
Our executive members Darshak Bhatt and Marjolein Crooijmans started a podcast where they met the iGEM members of different Dutch teams this year. You can listen to them and their different innovative and creative projects in Spotify clicking below!
Read about the landscape of Synthetic Biology in the Netherlands
A SynBio community comes of age: Political, academical, industrial, and societal developments in the Netherlands
Synthetic biology (SynBio) is a rapidly growing scientific discipline. In the Netherlands, various universities and companies are tackling a variety of opportunities and challenges within this field. In this perspective article, we review the current synthetic biology landscape in the Netherlands across academia, industry, politics, and society. Mostly supported by governmental funding, academic research is focusing on top-down synthetic biology.
The recently founded Dutch synthetic biology association SynBioNL aims to contribute to realizing a positive impact on society by stimulating advances of the field in the Netherlands and beyond. Do you want to know more? Read the full article in the link!
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