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The ethics of deliberate extinction explored in Science

Species eradication is not a decision to be taken lightly. It is becoming a possibility but there are many important challenges, ethical considerations and science roles to be considered and debated.

Public reasoning across Australia for different genetic technology applications

Australians share their thoughts about advanced genetic technologies being the key to transforming sectors from Agriculture to Energy...

A large and diverse group of scientists stand smiling in front of a sign for the AEB FSP Annual Workshop.

Advanced engineering biology research on show at third annual workshop

Experts shared leading-edge engineering biology research with real-world impact at two-day workshop in Melbourne.

The Endangered Norfolk Island Green Parrot sits in a lush tree.

New research explores public engagement preferences for gene drive

A recent publication explores public perceptions and preferences around using genetic technologies to manage invasive species.

AI agents and biological research transformation

Interested in hearing more about how AI agents are transforming biological research?

AEB Director heads to annual meeting of the Global Future Councils 2024

AEB FSP Director represents CSIRO at the recent Global Future Council 2024 in Dubai....you can listen to the program session recordings in particular, Betazone - precisely where needed.

A woman in a pink blazer and black shirt sits on a white couch next to a man with glasses in a smart navy blazer and trousers. They look out to the crowd with happy expressions, and the woman is waving.

Australian biomanufacturing puts on a strong show at SynBioBeta 2024

AEB FSP Director Robert Speight spotlighted the Australian biomanufacturing slipstream in a fireside chat on the main stage.

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Dr Rob Speight on how we can deliver a better tomorrow through generative biology

In an article for the World Economic Forum, AEB FSP Director Dr Robert Speight explains how generative biology will change the game.

A group of some 50 researchers stands on stage in front of a screen reading 'Advanced Engineering Biology', with CSIRO's logo in the background.

Advancing the frontiers of engineering biology at our second annual workshop 

The Advanced Engineering Biology Future Science Platform hosted its second annual workshop in May 2024, in Brisbane’s Fortitude Valley.

A microscopy picture of a strain of genetically engineered cotton.

AEB FSP Launch Webinar: stream our wide-ranging discussion on the future of engineering biology 

The Advanced Engineering Biology Future Science Platform (AEB FSP) was officially launched with a webinar featuring international panellists.