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Whole-cell biocomputing.

M L Simpson1, G S Sayler, J T Fleming

  • 1The Oak Ridge National Laboratory, PO Box 2008, MS 6006, Oak Ridge, TN 37831-6006, USA. icsun1.cornl.gov

Trends in Biotechnology
|July 14, 2001
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Researchers are exploring how to engineer whole cells to mimic man-made information-processing systems. This work aims to harness complex cellular functions for advanced synthetic biology applications.

Area of Science:

  • Synthetic biology
  • Molecular engineering
  • Cellular engineering

Background:

  • Cells represent sophisticated molecular machines with complex functions like sensing and communication.
  • Current engineered cells, such as those in biosensors, utilize limited cellular capabilities.
  • Understanding and utilizing cellular genetic regulatory circuits is key for advanced engineering.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate mimicking man-made information-processing systems within whole cells.
  • To expand the application of cellular functionalities beyond current biosensor designs.
  • To explore the potential of engineered cells as advanced molecular devices.

Main Methods:

  • Focus on engineering whole cells to process information.
  • Investigating cellular genetic regulatory circuits for synthetic applications.
Keywords:
NASA Discipline Life Sciences TechnologiesNon-NASA Center

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  • Developing methods to control and direct cellular functions for specific tasks.

    • Main Results:

    • Engineered whole cells are practical molecular-scale devices, particularly in biosensors.
    • Cells possess complex functionalities (sensing, communication, navigation) far exceeding current engineered applications.
    • Genetic regulatory circuits control natural cellular capabilities, presenting a target for mimicry.

    Conclusions:

    • Mimicking information processing in whole cells is a promising frontier in synthetic biology.
    • Engineering cells to perform complex functions can lead to novel molecular-scale devices.
    • Further research into cellular regulatory circuits is essential for advancing engineered cell capabilities.