Engineered Biotechnology Research Group

University of Oxford

Creating biotechnologies at the interface of Control Engineering, Synthetic Biology, and Robotics.

We are currently looking for D.Phil research students, for more information see Joining The Group

Combining in vivo (biological) and in silico (hardware) control systems to build next-generation biotechnologies with:

Engineered biological feedback circuits enable robust, safe biotechnologies that can operate in uncertain environments.

Next-generation experimental platforms that automate research and discovery, accelerating tech development.

Article: How the University of Oxford is helping to lead the fight against one of the greatest global health challenges

Spotlight on Olivia Gallup’s work as one of the next generation of AI Researchers

New $104M collaborative project led by Harvard Medical School “Defeating Antibiotic Resistance through Transformative Solutions”

Harrison recognised by RAEng Young Engineer of the Year and Sir George Macfarlane Medal 2023

Harrison recognised by award of Philip Leverhulme Prize in Engineering

Team awarded EPSRC New Horizons award to develop new directed evolution technology.