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The ARC Centre of Excellence in Synthetic Biology (CoESB) is developing a vibrant bioeconomy based on Australia's strengths in agriculture. #CoESB

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⏳ Have you submitted your abstract for the @arc-gov-au.bsky.social Centre of Excellence in Synthetic Biology Annual Conference? #CoESB26

We've extended the submission due date to 11:59pm Sunday 11 October.

Don't miss the chance to showcase your great research.

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October 2, 2026 at 2:23 AM
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We're pleased to welcome @idtdna.bsky.social on board as a Silver Sponsor at our 2026 ARC Centre of Excellence in Synthetic Biology (CoESB) Annual Conference! #CoESB26

IDT is a leading provider of genomics solutions supporting multi-omics research.

Thank you for your support! 🙏
October 1, 2026 at 5:12 AM
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Centre members from our Macquarie University node visited the QUT Pioneer BioPilot in Mackay, a state-of-the-art facility designed to fast-track the development and commercialisation of next-generation bio-based products. 🤩

At the NCRIS Synbio Retreat hosted by @bioplatformsaus.bsky.social
September 28, 2026 at 5:55 AM
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Yeast is a biotech workhorse. Used to make everything from medicines and biofuels to bioplastics and food ingredients. But engineering better yeast strains has always been slow and costly.

Enter RAIN: a new tool from our Centre researchers.

📖 The story: bit.ly/47hC6YM

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New yeast engineering tool could accelerate the bioeconomy - ARC Centre of Excellence in Synthetic Biology
Australian scientists have developed a new genetic engineering tool that may make it much faster and cheaper to modify yeast, the workhorse behind many biomanufactured products
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September 24, 2026 at 5:18 AM
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🎉 Congratulations to Centre research leader Professor @claudiavickers.bsky.social on being named the 2026 Life Sciences Queensland Ltd (LSQ) @qimrb.bsky.social Woman of Influence.

📖 Read the story: bit.ly/4yKkBMC

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Professor Claudia Vickers named 2026 woman of influence
Australian Research Council (ARC) Centre of Excellence in Synthetic Biology research leader Professor Claudia Vickers has won the 2026 Life Sciences Queensland QIMR Berghofer Woman of Influence Award ...
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September 23, 2026 at 1:51 AM
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On Saturday we returned to Astronomy Night at Macquarie Uni to run 3 fun activities: a Space Food Fair, DNA jewellery making experience and a live demonstration of Remediate! - our synthetic biology card game.

Many thanks to our brilliant team of outreach volunteers, led by Dr Nicholas Yang!
September 21, 2026 at 2:50 AM
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Dr @taylorszyszka.bsky.social joins Dave Crisante on his new podcast, The Science of Being Funny, to chat about using comedy to build rapport, boost engagement, and connect with audiences as a scientist.

She also dives into why science communication matters.

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September 16, 2026 at 1:59 AM
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⏰ Get your abstracts in for #CoESB26!

Posters, short talks and flash talks are a great platform to showcase your research findings and innovations to a diverse audience of fellow researchers, industry professionals and academia.

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🗓️ Close Sun 20 Sep
September 16, 2026 at 1:23 AM
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Today we farewelled our good friend and colleague Dr Rahau Shirazi 💜

Rahau has been a valued part of the Professional team and a driving force behind some of the Centre's key initiatives, such as supporting research translation and entrepreneurship. ✨

Thank you Rahau!

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September 14, 2026 at 5:25 AM
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Last week, our Centre Director Distinguished Professor Ian Paulsen presented the @aussocmic.bsky.social Goldsworthy Memorial Lecture 2026 at the Sydney Masonic Centre.

📷 Thanks Binod Rayamajhee for the snap!

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September 14, 2026 at 12:51 AM
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Congratulations to Mayra Barrios Leguarca from our QUT (Queensland University of Technology) node on winning Best Poster Presentation at the 2nd Australian Future Sensing Conference 🎉

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September 9, 2026 at 1:32 AM
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Scientists love to say their work is "for the public good." But new research from our Centre's Ethics node shows the two most common ways science tries to deliver on that promise both fall short - and pins down exactly why.

📖 Read the story: bit.ly/3SVGtFw

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How to really deliver on science for the public good - ARC Centre of Excellence in Synthetic Biology
Scientists and research bodies routinely promise their work will benefit humanity. But new research from the ARC Centre of Excellence in Synthetic Biology argues that it often fails to deliver in prac...
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September 8, 2026 at 12:28 AM
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Our researchers have been abroad! 🇻🇳🇨🇳

Dr Mica Fiorito (QUT) visited collaborators in Ho Chi Minh, presented at ICISE Quy Nhon with Prof Kirill Alexandrov, then joined int. researchers in Shenzhen for a workshop on protein machine design - incl a tour of a 7-floor biofoundry @arc-gov-au.bsky.social
September 7, 2026 at 1:39 AM
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Yesterday, we welcomed Dr Mike Freelander MP on a tour of the ARC Centre of Excellence in Synthetic Biology the Australian Genome Foundry at Macquarie University.

We were proud to share the success of our Centre in translating research into real world outcomes.

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September 3, 2026 at 2:47 AM
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Missed the CoESB Grant Writing Retreat?

We've got you covered 💪😎

Here are 6 tips to remember when writing your grant application:

1. Storytelling - a compelling story triggers the release of oxytocin, making your application more memorable and persuasive than just a dry list of facts.
September 2, 2026 at 6:16 AM
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We held our annual Grant Writing Retreat in the Hunter Valley, NSW. 🌿

The 2day retreat included presentations from grant writing mentors on how to write a successful grant application.

The highlight was 1:1 meetings with each of the mentors for feedback.

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September 2, 2026 at 6:08 AM
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✨ #CoESB26 Sponsor Spotlight ✨

We're pleased to welcome back @twistbioscience.com and @decodescience.bsky.social as our Platinum Sponsors of the CoESB Annual Conference 2026!

Together, they’re bringing you the daily Barista Coffee Cart - the best start to a full day of conferencing!
August 25, 2026 at 3:59 AM
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We returned to Sydney Science Trail at the Australian Museum, showcasing synthetic biology themed books and games we made, and sample products from our Centre startups and affiliates.

We demonstrated how synthetic biology can enable a more sustainable future. 🌱🌏

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August 24, 2026 at 7:51 AM
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The winners of the inaugural @arc-gov-au.bsky.social
CoEs Creative Communication Competition have been announced!

2 of our members won prizes in the Drawing/painting/ sculpture category.

Judges 1st Prize - Rashika Sood's 'The Reef Remembers'

People's Choice - Jennifer Adami's 'Elli the E. coli'
August 20, 2026 at 5:48 AM
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🧬 Science Week is underway and our brilliant volunteer outreach team led by Dr Brodie Gillieatt of Macquarie University is having some great conversations about synthetic biology with children and adults alike. ✨

Thank you to our team of volunteers!

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August 19, 2026 at 3:52 AM
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The winners of the inaugural @arc-gov-au.bsky.social Centres of Excellence Creative Communication Competition have been announced! 🥳

The People's Choice in the Comic/Graphic Novel/Zine category is Jasperine Phetchareun for 'From Waste to Wonders'.

🔎 Check it out here: bit.ly/4zr5YPy
August 17, 2026 at 12:39 PM
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✨ We're excited to announce our fifth keynote speaker for #coesb26, Prof @gavinhthomas.bsky.social!

Gavin is a Prof. at the Department of Biology at the @york.ac.uk ac.uk, UK.

We're looking forward to hearing from Prof Thomas soon!

📅 Registration opens this week! @arc-gov-au.bsky.social
August 17, 2026 at 1:51 AM
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We sponsored a session with Lauren Reinhardt of North Shore Speech Therapy at last week's @arc-gov-au.bsky.social Centres of Excellence Professional Staff Forum 🗣️💬

She reviewed our outreach products, including our card game Remediate!, and gave us a masterclass in storytelling for kids.
August 13, 2026 at 1:27 AM
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Did you know there’s a #SciArt competition happening across some of Australia's research centres right now? 🔭🧫🌱⛅

Scientists are sharing their research in creative ways! 🧑‍🎨

AND you can vote for your favourites! 🤩

Check them out here: scienceart.com.au/voting/
Voting closes August 14 🗳️

#SciComm
Voting - Creative Communication Competition
Voting Guide People’s Choice Voting is open on this page from 1-14 August 2026. Voting rules:
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August 11, 2026 at 2:19 AM
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Last week our Professional Team presented at the @arc-gov-au.bsky.social Centres of Excellence Summit!

Sessions on strategy, research comms, finance, and a showcase of our synthetic biology card game Remediate.

Great to share knowledge and finally meet colleagues we usually only email!
August 12, 2026 at 7:06 AM