# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Synthetic Biology at the Intersection of Science, Ethics and Policy
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 18 Sep, 2026 at 09:00 am – Fri, 18 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Join us for a full day conference discussing Synthetic Biology and impacts on public policy.About this EventSynthetic biology is an interdisciplinary field combining biological and engineering to designing and redesigning genes, biological pathways, or organisms to solve society's major problems and understand biological principles. Rapid advancements in synthetic biology are reshaping how we approach challenges in health, the environment, and beyond. However, these breakthroughs raise questions about what should be permitted and how new technologies should be regulated. To that end, the global conversation on biotechnology must account for responsible frameworks that guide future scientific innovation.The symposium convenes a diverse community of scholars and practitioners in academia, industry, nonprofits and government for a deep dive into the intersection of emerging biotechnologies, public policy, and ethical responsibility.The program is organized around two themes based on synthetic biology products: environmental and therapeutic applications of synthetic biology. The event will feature internationally recognized leaders in synthetic biology research and development, health communication, and ethics and public policy. Through thoughtful dialogue, this symposium will address both the promise of scientific advancement and the challenges of misinformation, regulation, and public trust.This event is hosted by the Baker Institute Science and Technology Policy Program in partnership with Rice Synthetic Biology Institute. The event and associated research is supported by grants from Rice’s Creative Venture Fund, the George and Mary Josephine Hamman Foundation, and the National Science Foundation (#2223678).Agenda🕑: 08:30 AMBreakfast and Registration🕑: 09:00 AMProgram Begins🕑: 09:50 AMCoffee Break🕑: 10:00 AMProgram Continues🕑: 12:00 PMLunch & Keynote Speaker🕑: 01:40 PMBreak🕑: 02:00 PMProgram Continues🕑: 04:35 PMClosing Remarks🕑: 04:45 PMReception
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/houston/synthetic-biology-at-the-intersection-of-science-ethics-and-policy/100001987359459642
- **Event Categories**: health-wellness, Nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Event venue details

- **city**: Houston
- **state**: TX
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Rice University's Baker Institute
- **lat**: 29.7166049
- **long**: -95.40266329999997
- **full address**: Rice University's Baker Institute, 6100 Main Street, Houston, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Synthetic Biology at the Intersection of Science, Ethics and Policy being held?
  - **A:** Synthetic Biology at the Intersection of Science, Ethics and Policy takes place on Fri, 18 Sep, 2026 at 09:00 am to Fri, 18 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm at Rice University's Baker Institute, 6100 Main Street, Houston, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Synthetic Biology at the Intersection of Science, Ethics and Policy?
  - **A:** Synthetic Biology at the Intersection of Science, Ethics and Policy is organized by Rice University's Baker Institute.

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