Engineering Biology Club

In-Person Event

Sebastian Kamau of the MIT Media Lab will be presenting a talk on his recent work: Principles for introducing new genes and species for conservation

Register Here to Attend

About the Engineering Biology Club

What we Do

The Engineering Biology Club is a place for researchers and professionals to discuss the emerging biotech tool stack.

Join us in the Boston Seaport to connect with people who build with biology. Drinks, snacks, tech, bio, and fascinating discussions will be provided.

Where and When

Thursday May 1st, 2025
Ginkgo Event Space
1 Ballard Way, Boston MA (maps)
5:30-7:30pm

Give a Lightning Talk

Have an idea for making biology easier to engineer? Sign up for a 1-3 minute lightning talk to introduce yourself to our community! We want to hear ideas at any level of maturity from people of any background. The only rules are be respectful, be curious and have fun.

Lightning Talk Sign Up Form

Featured Speakers

Sebastian Kamau

Sebastian Kamau is a molecular biologist and PhD student at MIT Media Lab specializing in genetic engineering and animal model development. He bridges cutting-edge CRISPR technology with practical applications while fostering public engagement in science through work with museums and community labs.

Jake Wintermute

Jake Wintermute holds a PhD in systems biology from Harvard University. As Ginkgo's Developer Evangelist, his mission is to grow the biotech ecosystem, to diversify the bioeconomy, and to provide education, documentation and support for developers bringing new projects to Ginkgo's platform.