RESEARCH OBJECTIVES

The aim is to use new DNA synthesis methods and genome assemblies to modify genomes even faster and more efficiently and to produce completely new genomes. To this end, a competence center for the synthesis of synthetic DNA, the so-called CZS Center Synthetic DNA Accelerator Lab, is being set up in Heidelberg. In addition, AI-supported methods in DNA synthesis will be used to drive forward new developments in synthetic genomics. DNA synthesis technology offers the potential to produce bio-based drugs or even cure diseases through gene therapy.