Synthetic Biology Courses and Certifications

Labroots

Enabling High-throughput Biology with New Technologies for Synthetic Construct Sequencing

Explore new methods and technologies accelerating sequence-based screening of plasmids for discovery, research, and biotechnology. Learn about ExpressPlex technology and its integration with rolling-circle amplification in OCTOPUS v3.0.

• YouTube
• 49 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Center for Physical Genomics and Engineering

Many-to-Many Networks: Multifunctional Modules for Multicellularity

Explore how many-to-many protein networks function as versatile computational devices in multicellular organisms and their potential applications in synthetic biology for designing complex behaviors.

• YouTube
• 51 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

合成生物学：科学与伦理

探索合成生物学的科学前沿与伦理挑战，深入理解基因编辑、转基因技术的争议，以及科技发展与人类社会的深层关系，培养批判性思维和伦理决策能力。

• XuetangX
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Stanford Chemical Engineering Online Master's Degree Program Webinar

2 reviews

Explore Stanford's online Chemical Engineering MS program: curriculum, career benefits, and enrollment details. Faculty discuss this part-time degree's unique features and answer questions.

• YouTube
• 45 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Synthetic Biology’s Industrial Revolution

Synthetic biology gives us the power to redesign biological systems from scratch, providing them with capabilities not found in nature. In this course, Drew Endy discusses how synthetic biology can reshape the global economy, as well as life itself.

• World Science U
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Stanford Seminar - Cells Are Not Computers and DNA is Not a Programming Language and That's Ok

Explore the intersection of biology and technology with experts discussing biohacking, synthetic biology, and the future of human engineering. Gain insights into cutting-edge developments and ethical considerations.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Engineering Life: Synbio, Bioethics & Public Policy

76 ratings at Coursera

Explore ethical and governance challenges in synthetic biology applications, from recombinant DNA to biofuels and human health. Develop critical thinking on bioethics and policy issues through diverse content and interactive projects.

• Coursera
• 13 hours 34 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Systems Biology

This course provides an introduction to cellular and population-level systems biology with an emphasis on synthetic biology, modeling of genetic networks, cell-cell interactions, and evolutionary dynamics.

• MIT OpenCourseWare
• 32 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Principles of Synthetic Biology

Learn how to engineer biological systems and program organisms to perform novel tasks.

• edX
• 15 weeks, 8-10 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Algae Biotechnology

540 ratings at Coursera

Explore synthetic biology and genetic engineering in algae, learn about commercial applications, and discover real-world companies harnessing algae's potential for innovative product development.

• Coursera
• 6 hours 34 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Engineering Genetic Circuits: Design

18 ratings at Coursera

Explore genetic circuit design, from basic biology to advanced techniques. Learn about genetic parts, devices, construction methods, and design principles for engineering biological systems.

• Coursera
• 19 hours 39 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Microcredential

Engineering Genetic Circuits

Explore synthetic biology through modeling, analysis, and design of genetic circuits. Learn biological and engineering principles for collaborations in this emerging field.

• Coursera
• On-Demand
• Paid Course
• 3 courses

Engineering Genetic Circuits: Abstraction Methods

Learn techniques for simplifying and analyzing genetic circuit models, including reaction-based abstraction, piecewise approximations, Markov chains, state-based abstraction, and stochastic model checking.

• Coursera
• 17 hours 38 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Industrial Biotechnology

3343 ratings at Coursera

Explore sustainable manufacturing through industrial biotechnology, covering enzyme engineering, synthetic biology, and bioprocessing. Learn about applications in pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and biofuels for a greener future.

• Coursera
• 11 hours 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Biological Engineering: Cellular Design Principles

Explore established and emerging cellular design principles and learn how cells function as the basis for cellular engineering.

• edX
• 7 weeks, 2-3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)