SynBio Challenges 2026 — What a Journey! ✨
Young innovators worldwide came together to share ideas and explore the future of synthetic biology.
Thank you for an unforgettable journey. See you next year! 👋
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SynBio Challenges, WE ARE HERE! #shenzhen#syntheticbiology#synbio#biomanufacturing
✨Live from the 5th SynBio Challenges!
We caught up with participants to hear about their teams, their experiences at the event, and the innovative ideas behind their projects.
Highlight Moments!
From ideas taking shape to project presentations, from focused experiments to passionate discussions—every moment was full of energy and possibility.
Relive the highlights of SynBio Challenges!
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Huaheng Biotech meets synbio challenges: discovering superenzymes from the deep sea, rebuilding pathways for high-value medicines, and developing greener biopesticides—bringing SynBio from nature to health and agriculture.
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Wanhua Chemical meets synthetic biology: turning CO₂ + H₂ into proteins and new materials, using AI to predict fermentation, and building universal biosensors—exploring a new era of non-food biomanufacturing.
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The 5th SynBio Challenges Finals are underway in Shenzhen, Aug 21–23
Young talents from 9 countries compete in 6 tracks, from Protein Design to Synthetic Cell
Beyond competition, they’re exploring solutions for a healthier, sustainable future
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The 4th SynBio Challenges Wrap Up | Finals Highlights
200+ teams and nearly 1,900 young talents from around the world competed;
nearly 1,000 attendees from six countries—Japan, Russia, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and China—were on-site to witness it. #SynBioChallenges#synbio
【Landmark Check-In: Welcome to the Venue of Synthetic Biology】
🏫 First Stop: Shenzhen University of Advanced Technology.
🏭 Second Stop: Shenzhen Synthetic Biology Infrastructure
👇 Follow the lens and step into the real stage of SynBio Challenges!
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A Conversation with Judges of the SynBio Challenges
What is it like to serve as a judge for the SynBio Challenges? What are the key evaluation criteria?
The participating teams impressed us with not only their wild imagination, but also their scientific rigor!
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【Frontier Science—How Do We Stay Ethical?】
▶ New track: Responsible Innovation in Life Science, focusing on ethics and safety
▶ Submit an English research report with actionable tech or policy solutions
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New Track Unveiled! The Synthetic Cell Challenge Pushes DNA Design and Expression to the Limit
▶ Submit a ≤140 bp DNA sequence to regulate gene expression and maximize protein yield
▶ Reaction runs in a cell-free system—simulating life from scratch
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New Track Unveiled! The Synthetic Cell Challenge Pushes DNA Design and Expression to the Limit
▶ Submit a ≤140 bp DNA sequence to regulate gene expression and maximize protein yield
▶ Reaction runs in a cell-free system—simulating life from scratch
【Bacteria on the Battlefield! The Bacterial Gladiator Is On!】
▶ Engineer E. coli strains to go head-to-head and compete for territorial dominance
▶ Test motility, chemotaxis, metabolism—and above all, your design and strategy
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Track Overview: Protein Design Challenge – Screening for Brighter and More Thermostable “Seed Candidates”!
This year’s Protein Design Challenge features two awards: the Best Brightness Award and the Best Thermal Stability Award.
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【Regular Track Spotlight: The Core Arena of SynBio Challenges】
▶ 8-minute video + 1 project poster to showcase the scientific value of original research
▶ 5-minute presentation + 3-minute live Q&A with judges
▶ Choose from three directions #SynBioChallenges#SynBio