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Synthetic Biology Platform Services

Accelerate your synthetic biology research with our comprehensive Design-Build-Test-Learn (DBTL) platform. From computational design to automated construction and high-throughput screening, we provide end-to-end solutions for organism engineering and biomanufacturing.

Full DBTL Integration
AI-Enhanced Design
High-Throughput Automation
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Trusted by leading research and pharmaceutical institutions

Harvard
Pfizer
MIT
Roche
Stanford
Novartis

Platform Capabilities

End-to-end DBTL workflow integration
Automated DNA assembly and cloning
High-throughput screening platforms
ML-driven design optimization

Computational Design

AI-enhanced sequence optimization and pathway design

DNA Construction

Automated gene synthesis and assembly

High-Throughput Testing

FACS, droplet microfluidics, and plate screening

Market CAGR
18.9%
Service Overview

Comprehensive Synthetic Biology Platform

Our integrated platform covers the entire Design-Build-Test-Learn cycle, enabling rapid iteration from concept to characterized organism.

Design Phase

Computational tools for pathway design, genetic circuit construction, and sequence optimization. Our AI-enhanced platform leverages machine learning models trained on large-scale biological datasets to predict construct performance and guide design decisions.

  • Metabolic pathway retrosynthesis
  • Genetic circuit design and simulation
  • Codon and promoter optimization
  • RBS and terminator selection

Build Phase

Automated DNA synthesis and assembly services powered by high-throughput platforms. We support multiple assembly methods including Gibson Assembly, Golden Gate, and specialized enzymatic approaches for optimal flexibility.

  • Gene synthesis up to chromosome scale
  • Multi-fragment DNA assembly
  • Standardized part libraries
  • Cloning and vector construction

Test Phase

High-throughput screening using FACS, droplet microfluidics, and plate-based assays for rapid phenotype characterization.

Learn Phase

Machine learning integration to analyze experimental data and guide iterative design improvements.

Data Standards

SBOL and SBML compliant data management for seamless integration with existing workflows.

Iteration Support

Complete cycle support enabling rapid iteration from design through characterization.

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Technology Platform

Advanced DBTL Platform Technologies

Industry-leading computational and experimental tools for accelerated synthetic biology development.

Computational Design

AI-enhanced design tools leveraging machine learning models trained on extensive biological datasets for accurate performance prediction and optimization.

ML Prediction Pathway Design Sequence Optimization

DNA Assembly

Multiple standardized assembly methods including Gibson Assembly and Golden Gate for flexible construction of genetic constructs from simple to complex systems.

Gibson Assembly Golden Gate MoClo Standard

High-Throughput Screening

Automated screening platforms including FACS and droplet microfluidics enabling rapid characterization of large variant libraries.

FACS Screening Droplet Microfluidics Plate Assays

Data Management

SBOL Synthetic Biology Open Language for genetic part documentation
SBML Systems Biology Markup Language for metabolic models
FAIR Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable data principles

Machine Learning Integration

GPR Gaussian Process Regression for small dataset learning
Neural Nets Deep learning for sequence-function prediction
Multi-armed Bandits Active learning for efficient experimental design
Specifications

Platform Service Specifications

Comprehensive specifications for our synthetic biology platform services.

Service Phase Capabilities Throughput
Design Pathway design, circuit simulation, sequence optimization, ML prediction Unlimited in silico design
Build Gene synthesis, multi-fragment assembly, cloning, library construction Up to thousands of constructs per project
Test FACS screening, droplet assays, plate-based phenotyping, sequencing QC Millions of variants via FACS
Learn Data analysis, ML model training, design iteration recommendations Automated data integration

Note: Technical specifications and capabilities vary by project requirements. Please contact us for detailed project-specific specifications and capability assessments.

Workflow

Integrated DBTL Workflow

Our streamlined workflow enables rapid iteration from design concept to characterized organism.

1

Design

Computational pathway and circuit design with ML-assisted optimization

2

Build

Automated DNA synthesis and assembly of genetic constructs

3

Test

High-throughput screening and phenotypic characterization

4

Learn

ML analysis of experimental data and design refinement

Iterate

Cycle repeats until optimal design achieved

Accelerated Development

Integrated workflow reduces iteration time compared to fragmented approaches.

Data-Driven Decisions

ML integration enables data-informed design choices and rapid optimization.

Flexible Configuration

Adaptable to specific project requirements and organism targets.

Applications

Platform Applications

Our synthetic biology platform supports diverse applications across multiple industries.

Metabolic Engineering

Engineer microbial cell factories for sustainable production of chemicals, fuels, and materials through optimized metabolic pathways.

  • • Biofuels production
  • • Specialty chemicals
  • • Biodegradable plastics

Pharmaceutical Development

Accelerate drug discovery and development through engineered biological systems and therapeutic protein production.

  • • Therapeutic proteins
  • • Vaccine development
  • • Antibiotic production

Agricultural Biotechnology

Develop improved crop varieties and sustainable agricultural solutions through synthetic biology approaches.

  • • Stress-resistant crops
  • • Enhanced nutrition
  • • Sustainable fertilizers

Research Tools

Create novel genetic parts, circuits, and biosensors for advancing fundamental biological research.

  • • Genetic sensors
  • • Gene circuits
  • • Characterization standards

Materials Science

Engineer biological systems for production of novel materials with tailored properties.

  • • Biopolymers
  • • Nanomaterials
  • • Smart materials

Environmental Solutions

Develop biological systems for bioremediation, carbon capture, and sustainable manufacturing.

  • • Bioremediation
  • • Carbon sequestration
  • • Waste valorization
Success Stories

Platform Success Stories

See how researchers have accelerated their synthetic biology projects using our platform.

"The integrated DBTL platform dramatically reduced our development time for an engineered yeast strain. The ML-assisted design suggestions led to improved pathway balance."

Research University

Metabolic Engineering Lab

"High-throughput screening capabilities allowed us to characterize thousands of promoter variants in weeks. The data quality was excellent and the turnaround was impressive."

Pharmaceutical Company

Strain Development Team

"The platform's SBOL compliance made it easy to share designs with collaborators. The standardized data format simplified our multi-site project significantly."

International Consortium

Synthetic Biology Network

Scientific Literature

Supporting Research

Key publications supporting our synthetic biology platform technologies and methodologies.

1

Synthetic biology: Learning the way toward high-precision biological design

Authors: Kitano S, Lin C, Foo JL, Chang MW

Journal: PLoS Biology 21(4): e3002116 (2023)

DOI: 10.1371/journal.pbio.3002116

Comprehensive review of DBTL cycle and machine learning integration in synthetic biology.

2

Design Automation in Synthetic Biology

Authors: Appleton E, Densmore D, Bhatia S, et al.

Journal: Cold Spring Harb Perspect Biol 14:a040089 (2022)

DOI: 10.1101/cshperspect.a040089

Survey of bio-design automation tools covering specification, design, build, test, and learn areas.

3

The automated Galaxy-SynBioCAD pipeline for synthetic biology design and engineering

Authors: Hérisson J, Duigou T, du Lac M, et al.

Journal: Nature Communications 13:5082 (2022)

DOI: 10.1038/s41467-022-32661-x

End-to-end metabolic pathway design workflow combining retrosynthesis and automated assembly.

4

Simulated Design-Build-Test-Learn Cycles for ML Methods in Metabolic Engineering

Authors: Hamedirad M, Chao R, Weisberg S, Lian J, Sinha S, Zhao H

Journal: ACS Synthetic Biology 12(3):794-807 (2023)

DOI: 10.1021/acssynbio.3c00186

Framework for testing machine learning methods in iterative DBTL cycles.

5

A global forum on synthetic biology: the need for international engagement

Authors: Dixon TA, Freemont PS, Johnson RA, Pretorius IS

Journal: Nature Communications 13:3516 (2022)

DOI: 10.1038/s41467-022-31265-9

Proposes establishment of a Global Forum on Synthetic Biology to engage policymakers and practitioners across borders.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about our synthetic biology platform services.

What is the Design-Build-Test-Learn (DBTL) cycle?

The DBTL cycle is the foundational framework of synthetic biology. Design involves creating genetic constructs in silico; Build refers to physically constructing those constructs; Test involves measuring the performance of built constructs; and Learn uses the experimental data to inform the next round of design. Our platform supports all four phases with integrated tools and automation.

How does machine learning integrate into the platform?

Our platform leverages ML in multiple ways. During the Design phase, ML models predict construct performance to guide optimization. During the Learn phase, algorithms analyze experimental data to identify patterns and recommend design improvements. We use Gaussian Process Regression for small datasets and neural networks for sequence-function prediction.

What organisms can you work with?

We support a wide range of host organisms including E. coli, yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae, Pichia pastoris), Bacillus subtilis, and various mammalian cell lines. Our platform also supports non-model organisms with custom optimization workflows.

What is your screening throughput?

Our platform offers multiple screening modalities. FACS-based screening can analyze millions of cells per experiment. Droplet microfluidics enables ultra-high-throughput screening in picoliter-scale droplets. Plate-based screening provides flexible format options for various assay types.

Do you support standardized data formats?

Yes, our platform fully supports SBOL (Synthetic Biology Open Language) and SBML (Systems Biology Markup Language) standards. This ensures compatibility with other synthetic biology tools and facilitates data sharing and collaboration.

Can we integrate the platform with existing lab workflows?

Our platform is designed for flexibility. We offer both full-service project execution and modular integration with existing workflows. API access and standardized data formats enable seamless integration with laboratory information management systems and external tools.

What project sizes do you support?

We support projects ranging from single construct validation to large-scale library construction and screening. Our flexible service tiers are designed to accommodate academic research projects, early-stage biotech, and established pharmaceutical companies.

How do you ensure data quality and reproducibility?

Quality assurance is built into every step of our workflow. We implement rigorous QC at each phase, standardized protocols, automated documentation, and comprehensive data packages. Our ML models are trained on high-quality datasets and validated against independent test sets.

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