Our research aims to develop cell-free biology as an enabling technology for biomanufacturing life-saving therapeutics, advanced materials, and sustainable chemicals, both quickly and on-demand. Specifically, we focus on designing, constructing, and modifying biological systems involved in protein synthesis and metabolism, with promise to advance new paradigms for synthetic biology.

1. •We aim to accelerate the construction of synthetic biomolecular machines making natural and unnatural biopolymers.
   

2. •We integrate fundamental science with technology development.
   

3. •We foster an inclusive, motivated, and creative culture which produces both world-class science and synthetic biology experts.