Synthetic Biology

Synthetic biology applies an engineering mentality to biology. Whereas "traditional" genetic engineers splice a gene or two from one existing species into another, synthetic biologists radically alter existing life for new purposes. It is the design and construction of new biological entities such as enzymes, genetic circuits, and cells or the redesign of existing biological systems.

 They have also started to create new forms of life from scratch using standardized genetic components termed 'bio bricks'. The Synthetic biology is a new interdisciplinary area that involves the application of engineering principles to biology. Synthetic biology combines chemical synthesis of DNA with growing knowledge of genomics to enable researchers to quickly manufacture cataloged DNA sequences and assemble them into new genomes.

 The Synthetic biology includes the broad redefinition and expansion of biotechnology, with the ultimate goals of being able to design and build engineered biological systems that process information, manipulate chemicals, fabricate materials and structures, produce energy, provide food, and maintain and enhance human.