SynBio Dominates Time’s 2024 Best Invention List, New AI Speakers Announced + A Discus sion on Protein Language Models

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This week’s newsletter brings exciting updates, including new speakers for SynBioBeta 2025, opportunities to join our speaker lineup, and groundbreaking advancements in synthetic biology—from modular gene assembly to AI-boosted mRNA stability. Plus, discover key partnerships and investments driving the bioeconomy forward. Read on for a glimpse into the innovations reshaping biotech!

New SynBioBeta 2025 Speakers Announced!

We are excited to announce these two visionary speakers. Join us in San Jose, May 5-8, 2025, where they will bring their insights to the intersections of synthetic biology, AI, and future-forward innovation.

Tools & Technology Sessions Open for Speaker Recruitment

We are seeking passionate speakers who can illuminate our stage and share their insights on the future of biotechnology. If these topics resonate with your work, we invite you to reach out! Together, we can inspire the next wave of pioneers in our field. For those eager to learn and connect, register now to discover the wealth of knowledge and innovation that awaits. Each session is crafted to spark inspiration and foster dialogue among industry leaders and visionaries.

Check Out Our Latest Sponsors Exhibitors for SynBioBeta 2025!

From Sequence to Function with Protein Language Models

Applying the technology behind large language models to protein sequences expedites the study and design of proteins.

The Synthetic Revolution You Didn’t See Coming: A Glimpse at 2024’s Most Game-Changing Biotech Inventions

Explore the synthetic biology breakthroughs that made TIME's Best Inventions of 2024 and are changing industries worldwide.

Modular Biology: The IKEA of Synthetic Genes

Researchers create synthetic genes that self-assemble like modular furniture, paving the way for innovations in biodesign.

How AI is Revolutionizing mRNA Stability: Ginkgo's New Research

Ginkgo AI’s latest study doubles mRNA stability and boosts activity by up to 100 times using cutting-edge machine learning.

BioMADE Invests $26.9M in 17 Projects to Boost U.S. Bioeconomy and Create Sustainable Jobs

New initiatives span 18 states, driving biomanufacturing for products like bio-based chemicals, sustainable aviation fuels, and biodegradable plastics.

Absci and Twist Bioscience Team Up to Redefine Antibody Discovery with AI

Partnership merges Absci's cutting-edge AI drug development expertise with Twist’s advanced DNA synthesis capabilities, accelerating novel antibody design.