A new policy briefing from EBIC, the UK BioIndustry Association (BIA) and EuropaBio shares key recommendations from a UK-EU roundtable on the regulation of genetically modified microorganisms (GMMs) for environmental applications. 🔗Read here: ebicentre.co.uk/reports/

Catch up with the latest from EBIC! From #EBES26 highlights, insights into engineering biology for environmental solutions, to new research, industry developments and upcoming events, there’s plenty to discover. Read the latest edition here: mailchi.mp/fbe7783cab81...

Funding opportunity for engineering biology innovators! EBIC’s Flexible Funding supports projects using engineering biology to address environmental challenges. If you have an idea with real-world impact, apply by 12 October 2026. 🔗https://ebicentre.co.uk/flexible-funding/

Delighted to have Francesca Dawson-Pell as our first Keynote Speaker. Francesca is the Senior Policy Advisor at the Department for Business, Innovation, Science & Trade (UK Government). #EBES26

To kick things off for #EBES26 we have opening remarks from our Director Prof. Frederic Coulon, welcoming our delegates and exploring the Eng Bio Mission Hubs and our work within EBIC.

Don't delay, register today! #EBES26 registration closes this Friday 28th August - don't miss your chance to join us in Southampton for two full days of engaging presentations, inspiring plenaries, and networking opportunities. We can't wait to see you there! 🔗 ebicentre.co.uk/ecr-conferen...

For all those with an artistic eye, take a look at the NBIC Biofilm Create! Photography and Art Competition 2026. For full details on how to enter the competition, and to download supporting resources, please see: biofilms.ac.uk/biofilm-crea...

One month until Engineering Biology for Environmental Solutions! Join researchers, early-career scientists, policymakers, innovators, & industry experts for two days of presentations, plenaries, and networking. Registration closes: 28 August Register now: ebicentre.co.uk/ecr-conferen...

What makes a conference truly valuable for an early career researcher? 💬Lyuboslava Harkova, University of Southampton, who is attending EBES26, shared her thoughts with our team below: 🔗 Register now: ebicentre.co.uk/ecr-conferen...

Exciting opportunity to work as a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) Associate available - the project will focus on developing an AI-assisted enzyme engineering platform for the design, production and validation of enzymes capable of degrading PFAS. 🔗 jobs.cranfield.ac.uk/vacancy/rese...

📢 Engineering Biology in Action - Webinar 4 - Metal and Rare Earth Element (REE) Bioleaching - available to catch up now! youtu.be/IUn_lSEnjC4?...

Metal and Rare Earth Element (REE) Bioleaching

For the fourth and final episode in this webinar series we are partnering with Elemental Engineering Biology Mission Hub to explore metal and REE bioleaching. With experts from EBIC, Elemental and…

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Not long to go now until our Engineering Biology for Environmental Solutions conference - 16-17 September in Southampton, UK! Our preliminary programme is now available to explore more of what you can expect at #EBES26 so take a look & register to join us today: ebicentre.co.uk/ecr-conferen...

In case you missed it - PAS 3500 Engineered biological assets – Requirements for DNA barcoding is now out for public consultation, and BSI are looking for review and feedback. To download, review and comment on the draft, please go to: 🔗 standardsdevelopment.bsigroup.com/Projects/902...

📣 One week to go until the EBIC & Elemental joint webinar - Metal and Rare Earth Element (REE) Bioleaching! Be sure to register your free place now: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/e25eee... 📅 July 29 🕛️ 12:00-13:00 (BST)

📣Our EBES26 conference programme is now available - get your copy here: ebicentre.co.uk/ecr-conferen... We are delighted with the fantastic line-up we have already secured for the conference with guests from industry, experts within the field and many fantastic ECR ready to showcase their research

📣 Don't delay - register today! Early bird registration deadline is tomorrow, June 30. Register now to secure your place today and be part of the next generation shaping the future of engineering biology: 🔗 ebicentre.co.uk/ecr-conferen...

EBIC Director Frederic Coulon was invited to deliver a plenary keynote at Bioremid 2026 on “Scaling Up Engineering Biology for Bioremediation: From Laboratory Innovation to Environmental Impact”. Read our blog to learn more: ebicentre.co.uk/blog-frederi...

Last week our Director Frederic Coulon attended the NPL symposium “Generative Biology: From First Principles to Products” at Bushy House. You can read our full blog, and access the presentation slides here: ebicentre.co.uk/blog-frederi...

Don't miss the latest edition of our newsletter, packed with updates, insights, and opportunities from across the community. Whether you're looking to stay informed, discover new initiatives, or catch up on recent achievements, there's something for everyone. 🔗 mailchi.mp/3a8502a94bbc...

For International Women in Engineering Day our EngBioTech podcast explores how two brilliant women are shaping the future of engineering biology - Featuring Dr Kristell Le Corre Pidou & Dr Rachel Samson. Listen now: youtu.be/T1rIhypCQv8 #EngineeringIntelligence #INWED26

🚀 Funding Opportunity for Environmental Biotechnology Innovators 🚀 EBIC has launched its Flexible Funding Programme for 2026, designed to accelerate the translation of cutting-edge research into real-world impact. Find out more: ebicentre.co.uk/flexible-fun...

📢 Calling researchers in Engineering Biology and Environmental Biotechnology! Join the EBIC Early Career Researcher Conference 2026 (#EBES26) & don't miss this opportunity to be part of the next generation shaping sustainable environmental solutions. 🔗 Learn more: ebicentre.co.uk/ecr-conferen...

For the fourth and final episode in our Engineering Biology in Action webinar series we are partnering with Elemental Hub to explore metal and REE bioleaching. With experts from EBIC, Elemental & Industry, this is not one to be missed. Register now: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/e25eee...

Expressions of Interest Now Open for the EngBio4Env Doctoral Focal Award Programme! Explore the projects and register your interest today: engbio4env.com/phd-opportun...

We are delighted to announce that Francesca Dawson Pell - Senior Policy Advisor at DSIT will be a keynote speaker at Engineering Biology for Environmental Solutions this September! #EBES26 Join us - register now to secure your place: ebicentre.co.uk/ecr-conferen...

✨Webinar recording now available✨ If you missed our live webinar - Enzyme Engineering for PFAS Remediation - don't worry, click below to catch up. 🔗 youtu.be/Lbm6RGKn0Tg?...

The EBIC team at Cranfield University welcomed colleagues from Defra for a focused visit & fact-finding mission. The visit provided an opportunity to explore how engineering biology can help tackle some of the UK’s most pressing environmental challenges. Read more:🔗 ebicentre.co.uk/defra-innova...

We've had a great day at Cranfield's Grenville Turner Studios for our webinar on Enzyme Engineering for PFAS remediation. Thanks to speakers Tao Lyu, Natassja Bush (virtual) and Dhiman Chakravarty - a lively, engaging session! #PFAS Recording available soon!

Join our experts to explore the advantage of an enzymatic approach to PFAS remediation, developments in industry, scaling, sensors - plus much more in our free webinar. Don’t miss out - register your place now and join us: 📅 June 2, 2026 🕛 12:00 - 13:00 (BST).

Here's our Hub Manager Kristell Le Corre Pidou on why you should join us this September for our Engineering Biology for Environmental Solutions conference! Early bird registrations ends June 30, so register your place now: ebicentre.co.uk/ecr-conferen... We can't wait to see you there!