Hacking Life....

What happens when life science meets engineering? 

Do cells become programmable machines capable of curing cancer and genetic disorders.... Will we be able to repair our aging selves and reinvent nature to save the world?

Genomic Futurist Andrew Hessel will sort through the myths and realities of synthetic biology and what it means for life science and life scientists as guest presenter for this year's Science Week.

When: February 7, 2013 at 4 PM

Where: CCIS L2-190

Here are some of the questions he’ll answer (and please bring lots of your own)…

• How can I structure my education or career for success in life science?
• What can I do to prosper from the changes ahead?
• How can I start my own biotech business?
• What are the implications for global health?

Everyone is welcome to attend this free public lecture.