A succinct, yet powerful animation titled “Synthetic Biology Explained” shows the incredible potential of this emergent field and how engineering will transform the field of genetics to produce some truly amazing technology. With the sequencing of the human genome and the increased understanding of genes that have followed, unraveling of the genetic code had led to mastery of genetic manipulation. Now, synthetic biology is poised to take these principles and combine them with engineerig annd computer technology to usher in an era of programmable biological systems that have the potential to transform a vast array of industries, including agriculture, medicine, ecology, pharmaceuticals, and materials science.

Capturing the excitement and promise of a diverse field is a challenge, but Australia-based agency Bridge8 does a fantastic job, as you can see:

Recently we covered the SynBio Startup Launchpad at Singularity University and included this video at the end to offer some perspective about the field. But this animation summarizes such a vast body of research in an easy to understand presentation that it deserves its own post. Public understanding of scientific ideas and technologies, which can often be complex, benefit hugely from polished videos like this, and so we look forward to more of what Bridge8 can produce. You can also check out the team’s other projects covering critical thinking, synthetic meat, and regenerative medicine on their YouTube channel.

Source: Bridge8