Synthetic Biology

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Synthetic biology aims to (re)construct genetic systems by using molecular biology, genetic engineering and microbiology methods from an engineering point-of-view. This engineering approach focuses on four important principles: abstraction, modularity, standardization and design/modelling. In this way it is possible to extend and apply genetic techniques to real world applications. The goal of this practical course is to design, build, and experiment with biological systems using molecular biology techniques relevant to the field of synthetic biology in combination with engineering concepts.