Joshua Leonard
Associate Professor, Northwestern University
2026 International Mammalian Synthetic Biology Workshop (mSBW)
August 6, 2026 to August 7, 2026
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The International Mammalian Synthetic Biology Workshop (mSBW) brings together leaders in synthetic biology with experts from other relevant fields to highlight and inspire cutting-edge synthetic biology research, emphasizing both basic and applied science. The mSBW series has grown to become a signature worldwide event exploring the latest advances and their applications in human health and beyond.
Abstract Submission Deadline: April 15, 2026
Registration Early Bird Deadline: June 3, 2026...
mSBW is where the latest ideas and enabling technologies for controlling and predicting mammalian cell behaviors come into focus. It brings open-minded, trailblazing experts together to push the field and its participants toward new, impactful frontiers.
Featured Speakers
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John R Androsavich
General Manager of Datapoints, Gingko Bioworks -
Barbara Jusiak
Assistant Professor , University of California Irvine -
Pranam Chatterjee
Assistant Professor , University of Pennsylvania -
Caleb Bashor
Assistant Professor, Rice University -
Johnna Temenoff
Carol Ann and David D Flanagan Professor, Georgia Tech/Emory University -
Kyle Cromer
Assistant Professor, UCSF -
Jason Zhang
Assistant Professor, UCLA -
Caleb Lareau
Assistant Member, Sloan Kettering Institute
The Mammalian Synthetic Biology Workshop uniquely bridges discovery and application, highlighting how engineered mammalian cells can sense, decide, and act in complex biological environments. By connecting tool builders with disease-focused researchers, the meeting accelerates translation of synthetic biology into real-world impact.
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Top Reasons to Present
- This is the only meeting specifically dedicated to mammalian synthetic biology and its applications
- Benefit from creative input from colleagues working in allied fields
- Develop new collaborations and build relationships for current and future projects
- Identify trends that might influence your current research
Reasons to Attend
- Access presentations from leaders on the cutting-edge of research
- Network with domestic and international students, professors, & industry leaders at the forefront of mammalian synthetic biology
- Gain exposure to a terrific lineup of plenary speakers, sharing the latest in mammalian synthetic biology research
- The conference is unique in its focus on mammalian cell engineering and rational design approaches that push the field beyond transgenics and gene editing
Who Should Attend?
- Researchers from industry, government, and academia
- Scientists across all levels of training (from graduate students to professionals, CEOs, and program leaders)
- Ph.D. students, post-docs, and industry scientists and engineers
- Associated professionals in the fields of bioengineering, biotechnology, and bioprocessing
