Mauro Di Fenza, Author at IBISBA

IBISBA Stakeholder Workshop in Germany to lay the groundwork for the German Node

IBISBA Stakeholder Workshop in Germany to lay the groundwork for the German Node On December 11, 2024, the Fraunhofer Institute for Interfacial Engineering and Biotechnology (IGB) hosted a workshop in Stuttgart to discuss the establishment of the German node of IBISBA. Bringing together key stakeholders from the German biotechnology landscape, the event sought to define […]

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Half-Day Symposium Calling for the Creation of the Irish Node

Half-Day Symposium Calling for the Creation of the Irish Node A meeting of the consortium establishing the Irish National Node took place in University College Cork on September 3rd 2024. The half day symposium was co-chaired by the IBISBA national delegate John Morrissey and Matthew Halpin of the Irish Ministry supporting IBISBA, the Department of

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IBISBA Mini Summit Set the Stage for European Cooperation

IBISBA Mini Summit Set the Stage for European Cooperation The two-day IBISBA mini-summit, “Inspiring Biotech Solutions,” held at the prestigious Fondation Victor Lyon in France from January 31st to February 1st, was a pivotal moment that united a diverse array of researchers, political stakeholders, and industry representatives. As IBISBA enters a new critical phase in

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Transformative Role of RI in Sustainable Biomanufacturing

The Transformative Role of Research Infrastructures in Sustainable Biomanufacturing A forthcoming article in Trends in Biotechnology (TibTech), co-authored by IBISBA members and born from the collaborative efforts of an MSc thesis, delves into the transformative role of research infrastructures in biomanufacturing. This publication, “A snapshot of biomanufacturing and the need for enabling research infrastructure,” sheds

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Biointelligence: Charting the Course for a Biologically-Inspired Industry

Biointelligence: Charting the Course for a Biologically-Inspired Industry On October 22, 2024, the 2nd Biointelligence Congress gathered experts from academia, industry, and research infrastructures at Stuttgart City Hall to explore the rapidly advancing field of biointelligence. Organised by Fraunhofer, the event emphasised how integrating biological principles into engineering and manufacturing can create more sustainable, efficient,

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FIN-BioFoundry Selected for Finland’s 2025–2028 Research Infrastructure Roadmap

FIN-BioFoundry Selected for Finland’s 2025–2028 Research Infrastructure Roadmap The Finnish BioFoundry for Synthetic Biology and Biomanufacturing (FIN-BioFoundry) has been selected for inclusion in Finland’s National Research Infrastructure Roadmap for 2025–2028, a decision made by the Research Council of Finland in December 2024. This marks an important step in the development of Finland’s national node within

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IBISBA Strengthens Ties with US and Korean Partners at GBA’s Annual Meeting

IBISBA Strengthens Ties with US and Korean Partners at GBA’s Annual Meeting In October 2024, IBISBA further expanded its global influence through enhanced collaboration with leading US-based institutions, Agile BioFoundry and BioMADE, as part of the Global Biofoundry Alliance (GBA). The event highlights the vital role of international cooperation in advancing industrial biotechnology and synthetic

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The Thai SynBio Consortium 2024 Catalyses Innovation and Collaboration

The Thai SynBio Consortium 2024 Catalyses Innovation and Collaboration The SynBio Consortium 2024 in Bangkok marked a significant moment for synthetic biology in Thailand, showcasing the country’s commitment to harnessing this technology for economic and societal advancement. The conference brought together global experts, including IBISBA member Vitor Martins dos Santos (Wageningen University), who participated in

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France Expected to Spearhead ERIC STEP 1 Application Process in 2025

France Expected to Spearhead ERIC STEP 1 Application Process in 2025 The IBISBA consortium made significant headway toward establishing a European Research Infrastructure Consortium (ERIC) by 2025. The Steering Committee approved the current version of the Technology and Services (T&S) framework, a foundational component of the ERIC application, collaboratively developed by national nodes. This document

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EC Acknowledges IBISBA as a Leading Innovator in Biotechnology and Biomanufacturing

EC Acknowledges IBISBA as a Leading Innovator in Biotechnology and Biomanufacturing In March 2024, the European Commission released a communication titled “Building the Future with Nature: Boosting Biotechnology and Biomanufacturing in the EU.” This initiative aims to enhance the EU’s biotechnology and biomanufacturing sectors by simplifying the regulatory framework, fostering innovation, enhancing international collaboration, leveraging

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