We would like to express our sincere gratitude to all our sponsors whose generous support made this project possible. Their commitment to advancing synthetic biology and supporting student research has been invaluable to our team's success.
The Centre for Living Technologies is a collaborative research initiative of the EWUU alliance (Eindhoven University, Wageningen University, Utrecht University, UMC Utrecht). CLT focuses on advancing synthetic biology and life science technologies, bringing together researchers from all disciplines of science. Their goal is to create innovative methods for engineering living systems from molecules and cells to communities and to translate this knowledge into real-world applications for health, sustainability, and society.
Qiagen is a leader in molecular biology technologies, focusing on transforming biological samples into valuable insights. They provide a wide range of products, including DNA and RNA extraction kits, PCR and sequencing reagents, bioinformatics platforms, and diagnostic solutions. Their tools are used in both basic research and applied settings, such as clinical diagnostics and public health.
ThermoFisher Scientific is one of the world’s largest providers of scientific instruments, reagents, and consumables, supporting nearly every area of biology and chemistry. Their broad portfolio spans next-generation sequencing, proteomics, cell culture, and clinical diagnostics, as well as analytical chemistry and molecular biology. By enabling discoveries and advancing research, ThermoFisher empowers scientists across academia, healthcare, and industry.
Twist Bioscience specializes in synthetic DNA manufacturing. They help researchers in various fields like synthetic biology, drug discovery, agriculture, and genomics. By making DNA synthesis faster and more affordable, Twist is helping to push the boundaries of biological engineering and accelerate breakthroughs.
IDT is a global supplier of custom nucleic acids for research, diagnostics, and therapeutic applications. They provide high-quality DNA and RNA oligonucleotides, CRISPR reagents, probes, and gene synthesis services. IDT's products are central to countless workflows in genomics, molecular biology, and biotechnology, supporting everything from PCR assays to advanced therapeutic development. Their mission is to help scientists harness the power of nucleic acids to improve human health and advance science.
SnapGene is a molecular biology software tool that allows researchers to design, simulate, and visualize DNA cloning and PCR workflows. By providing an interactive interface for plasmid maps, primers, and cloning strategies, SnapGene simplifies lab work. It also automatically creates detailed records of every step, ensuring reproducibility and clear communication within labs.
BioRender is a widely used online platform designed to help scientists create professional scientific figures quickly and easily. By providing a vast library of field-specific icons and templates, BioRender helps researchers to visually communicate complex concepts in a clear and accessible way. From journal publications to presentations and posters, BioRender has become an essential tool for science communication worldwide. Their mission is to make science more visual, engaging, and shareable.