UKRI Engineering Biology Missions award millions in funding to Imperial projects

UKRI has awarded millions in funding for Imperial projects, through their new Engineering Biology Missions. Engineering biology is the application of rigorous engineering principles to the design and fabrication of biological components and systems, from modifications of natural systems to new forms of artificial biology. It encompasses the entire innovation ecosystem, from breakthrough synthetic biology research to translation and application. Engineering biology has the power to transform our health and environment, from developing life-saving medicines to protecting our environment and food supply and beyond. Andrew Griffith MP Science, Research and Innovation Minister UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) will fund four new engineering biology bodies that are led by or involve Imperial College London researchers, as virtual centres or 'hubs' whose members work towards a shared goal. The Imperial-related Hubs aim to create new technologies for engineering microbial food, gene therapy tools, breaking down plastics, and glycan biomanufacture for health. Announcing the funding , the Science, Research and Innovation Minister, Andrew Griffith MP , said: "Engineering biology has the power to transform our health and environment, from developing life-saving medicines to protecting our environment and food supply and beyond.