Building a Synthetic Cell Together
S. Giaveri (Max-Planck Institute for terrestrial Microbiology)
Z. Abil (University of Florida)
S. Kohyama (University of Tokyo)
M. Fu (Chinese Academy of Sciences)
C. Dekker (Kavli institute of nanoscience Delft, TU Delft - Applied Sciences)
X. Li (Chinese Academy of Sciences)
A. B. Lindner (Sorbonne Université)
C. Liu (Sorbonne Université)
S. Majumder (University of Washington)
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Abstract
Synthetic cells (SynCells) are artificial constructs designed to mimic cellular functions, offering insights into fundamental biology, as well as promising impact in the fields of medicine, biotechnology, and bioengineering. Achieving a functional SynCell from the bottom up, i.e. by assembling it from molecular components, requires a global collaboration to overcome the many challenges of engineering and assembling life-like modules while addressing biosafety, equity, and ethical concerns in order to guide responsible innovation. Here, we highlight major scientific hurdles, such as the integration of functional modules by ensuring compatibility across diverse synthetic subsystems, and we propose strategies to advance the field.
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