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How far can we push the boundaries of synthetic biology? New research from the American Association for the Advancement of Science introduces Evo, a groundbreaking AI model capable of interpreting and generating genomic sequences at an unprecedented scale. By leveraging deep learning and analyzing millions of microbial genomes, Evo has developed a deep understanding of life’s genetic complexity, from single DNA bases to entire genomes. Evo accurately predicts how small DNA changes affect an organism’s fitness, produces realistic genome-length sequences, and advances biological design. This model marks a significant step forward in our ability to decode, predict, and engineer biology across multiple scales and modalities. For the full research article outlining the Evo model, view this page from science.org: https://lnkd.in/gXNd6pT9 #biomanufacturing #bioeconomy #fermentation #precisionfermentation #synbio #syntheticbiology #machinelearning #genomics #biotech #diseasediagnosis

We'll be at HackSummit on December 12-13th in NYC for this event dedicated to advancing Climate DeepTech. We're looking forward to catching up with 300+ investors, founders and operators to discuss what's new and next in Climate DeepTech at Newlab in Brooklyn. We're particularly excited for this year's event and the thematics that closely align with what we're building at Synonym - infrastructure, new manufacturing, and climate finance amongst others. If you’ll be there too, we'd love to hear from you. Feel free to reach out to our team before at [email protected] and we'll be in touch. See you at #HackSummitNYC! #biomanufacturing #bioeconomy #fermentation #climatetech #deeptech #precisionfermentation

Our team is excited to be attending the 4th Annual 2024 Alternative Fuels & Chemicals Coalition (AFCC) Global Biobased Economy Conference & Exhibit this week! Join us in DC to learn about how Synonym is promoting industrial biotechnology through scale-up infrastructure and our platform to advance commercialization. Our Strategy & Partnerships Director, Kelsey Weimer, will be speaking on Nov. 21 in a Track 3 breakout session named 'Commercial Resources for Developing and Scaling Industrial Bioprocesses'. Kelsey will be joined by other key members of the bioeconomy, including Beth Conerty (iFAB Tech Hub), David Demirjian (Midwest Bioprocessing Center & zuChem Inc), Michael Tai, PhD (Boston Bioprocess), Mark Warner (Liberation Labs) and David Weiner (Cauldron Ferm). When: Nov. 21 Time: 3:30pm – 5pm ET Where: Breakout Track 3 Topic: Join Kelsey and others for a conversation focused on how a robust process development and scale-up infrastructure can accelerate opportunities for biobased products. If you'll be there and want to connect, reach out to us at [email protected] and we’ll be in touch! #fermentation #precisionfermentation #biomanufacturing #bioeconomy #deeptech #climatetech #AFCC2024 #AFCC

What will it take to build a sustainable bioeconomy? Partnerships, collaboration, and a massive collective effort from the entire ecosystem. That’s why we were so excited to attend World Bio Markets & Bio Innovations Midwest 2024 a few weeks ago. Our own Cat Huyer shares her insights on how the event fostered these key elements and supports the growth of U.S. biomanufacturing. For more information about iPROOF, our state-of-the-art 32,000L+ fermentation scale-up facility in Illinois coming in early 2026, visit: https://lnkd.in/e5CxRNQ8 For Cat's full perspective, watch the video: https://lnkd.in/gJcYXN68 #biomanufacturing #bioeconomy #fermentation #precisionfermentation #deeptech #climatetech #sustainability

In recent weeks, we celebrated the two-year anniversary of the ‘Executive Order on Advancing Biotechnology and Biomanufacturing Innovation for a Sustainable, Safe, and Secure American Bioeconomy’. At Synonym, we’re proud to be part of the movement fueling a thriving bioeconomy here at home. Over the past two years, Synonym has been actively engaged in strengthening U.S. biomanufacturing infrastructure, ensuring that companies can innovate, produce, and scale domestically. Our participation in the iFAB Tech Hub and iPROOF project with Primient is just one example, as we work to bring more demo-scale manufacturing capacity online and offer a clear pathway for U.S. companies to progress from prototype to production. We’re excited to continue partnering with visionary leaders and policymakers who are committed to building resilient, sustainable, and economically transformative industrial biotech capabilities. The bioeconomy is poised for incredible growth—and we’re here to support and shape this journey every step of the way. For the original Executive Order, you can read it here: https://lnkd.in/gzCP96Ap And see below for a picture of some of us in D.C. a few years ago when the initiative was just getting started! #biomanufacturing #bioeconomy #fermentation #precisionfermentation #deeptech #climatetech #sustainability #policy #publicpolicy #biotech

It’s exciting to see biomanufacturing take center stage in TIME Magazine's Best Inventions of 2024. Biomanufacturing companies are leading the way with groundbreaking technologies that are reshaping how we produce, consume, and think about the world around us. We were thrilled to see so many bioproducts and solutions highlighted in this year’s list, including: - Google DeepMind with AlphaFold 3, revolutionizing drug discovery - Pivot Bio with N-Ovator, helping farmers reduce emissions - dsm-firmenich with Bovaer, cutting methane from cattle - T?mTex Inc. with sustainable luxury leather made from biomaterials - Windfall Bio with methane-eating microbes to fight climate change - Wndr Alpine/Checkerspot with sustainable snowboards - Shiru with ProteinDiscovery.ai, advancing protein innovation - GALY with Literally Cotton, the lab-grown fabric of the future In the carousel below, we highlight the game-changing biomanufacturing innovations that are transforming agriculture, materials, medicine, and more. For the full story on the best inventions of 2024, you can read the article from TIME Magazine here: https://lnkd.in/ekZTJCpd Did we miss any key biomanufacturing innovations from this year's list or want to share your favorite one? Drop us a comment below! #biomanufacturing #bioeconomy #fermentation #precisionfermentation #deeptech #climatetech #sustainability #timeinventions2024 #timemagazine

As we commemorate Veterans Day, don’t miss this timely episode of Building the Base Podcast with two leaders from the Defense Department forging America's industrial base, Tracy Frost and Dr. Kate Sixt, for a great conversation on how biotechnology is transforming U.S. biomanufacturing capabilities and national security. Key takeaways from this episode include: - Beyond Ballistics: Biotechnology's role in defense now extends well beyond traditional military firepower to include manufacturing materials, chemicals, and specialized fuels derived through biological processes. - Public-Private Partnerships: The United States Department of Defense is building bridges between research and manufacturing by partnering with private sector innovators, including through initiatives like BioMADE, which aim to bring biomanufacturing to scale. - Environmental Advantages: Biomanufacturing offers significant environmental benefits over traditional chemical manufacturing, favoring water-based processes rather than petroleum-based methods, which makes it more sustainable. - Supply Chain Security: Domestic biomanufacturing capabilities are strengthening supply chains, particularly for industrial chemicals at critical lower tiers, reducing dependency on foreign supply chains. - New Career Paths: Biomanufacturing is growing, with career opportunities across all education levels, from technical certifications to PhDs, particularly in areas like supply chain modeling and precision engineering. Listen to the full episode to learn more about how these innovations are building a stronger, more sustainable future for America’s industrial base: https://lnkd.in/eWPuj4D9 #bioeconomy #biomanufacturing #sustainability #deeptech #fermentation #climatetech #dod #podcasts #nationalsecurity #precisionfermentation

If you've been keeping up with Synonym, you know we're passionate about the future of biomanufacturing. But what exactly do we mean by biomanufacturing? In a recent episode of the 5 Year Frontier Podcast with Daniel Darling, our CEO, Edward Shenderovich, dives deep into what biomanufacturing is and how it's positioned to revolutionize our supply chains of the future. Watch below as Edward explores the vast potential of biomanufacturing—enabling the production of everything from pharmaceuticals and agricultural products to specialty chemicals. For the full conversation and a deeper look at the growing global bioeconomy, check out the episode here: https://lnkd.in/eBT3j_YS #biomanufacturing #bioeconomy #innovation #sustainability #climatetech #fermentation #precisionfermentation #manufacturing

We're Hiring! Synonym is looking for a talented Product Manager and Marketer to join our team and help lead, shape, and execute our digital and marketing strategies. At Synonym, you’ll work at the intersection of business, technology, and user experience to deliver products and campaigns that accelerate the bioeconomy, enhance customer value, and contribute to business growth. These are unique opportunities to be part of the growing biomanufacturing ecosystem and contribute to tackling global challenges. We're a passionate, motivated team, and we'd love for you to join us. Check out the job postings linked below and apply if you're interested! For the Head of Digital Product role, we're seeking someone with strong experience: - Building and scaling best-in-class B2B products - Managing products across the entire lifecycle - Diving into details, including code, to ensure successful execution - Collaborating across cross-functional teams If this sounds like you, please apply via this link: https://lnkd.in/e9Z6zfxf For the Marketing Lead role, we're particularly looking for someone with strong experience: - Running successful account-based and paid marketing campaigns - Building sales enablement collateral - Working with marketing tools such as Google AdWords, LinkedIn, Mailchimp, Figma - Diving into the details, including copy, graphic design, and more, to ensure successful execution If this sounds like you, please apply via this link: https://lnkd.in/dY7mXy4r #jobs #hiring #climatejobs #startupjobs #biotechjobs #PMjobs #productmanager #marketingjobs #synbio #bioeconomy #biomanufacturing

We’re excited to share that Jason Kwiatkowski has joined Synonym as our Principal Process Engineer!??? Jason brings over 20 years of experience in the renewables industry, with a strong focus on low-carbon production processes and sustainable innovation. He has led major capital projects, including large-scale commercial enzymes and cellulosic ethanol manufacturing projects.?Jason will play an integral role in driving our team's process design and development efforts. ? Jason began his career at the USDA's Eastern Regional Research Center, and has held engineering and research roles across biotech, renewables, and?sustainability spaces.?Most recently, he worked as a Senior Process Engineer – Climate Change at dsm-firmenich, implementing processes to reduce greenhouse gas emissions at their manufacturing sites and facilities across the Americas. ? He holds an M.S. and Ph.D. in Agricultural and Biological Engineering from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, and a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from Missouri University of Science and Technology.?Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family, which includes a spouse, two children, three dogs, two cats, five chickens, and one tortoise. True to his Midwestern roots, Jason is always up for some good barbecue and a beer. ? Welcome aboard,?Jason!??? #startups #team #newhire #fermentation #precisionfermentation #bioeconomy #biomanufacturing