iiinova — where your digital self keeps evolving

On this episode of our podcast series 'EngBio Tech', Dr Mahsa Baniasadi joins to explore her exciting project ‘Harnessing AI-assisted synthetic Biology for enzyme engineering towards PFAS bioremediation’. Can AI help in the fight against PFAS? youtu.be/FucHxAwPxuI?...

youtu.be

How can AI help in the fight against PFAS pollution?

On this episode of EngBio Tech Dr Mahsa Baniasadi joins to explore her exciting project entitled ‘Harnessing AI-assisted synthetic Biology for enzyme engineering towards PFAS bioremediation’. Can AI…

000

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

A new policy briefing from EBIC, the UK BioIndustry Association (BIA) and EuropaBio shares key recommendations from a UK-EU roundtable on the regulation of genetically modified microorganisms (GMMs) for environmental applications. 🔗Read here: ebicentre.co.uk/reports/

000

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Catch up with the latest from EBIC! From #EBES26 highlights, insights into engineering biology for environmental solutions, to new research, industry developments and upcoming events, there’s plenty to discover. Read the latest edition here: mailchi.mp/fbe7783cab81...

000

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Funding opportunity for engineering biology innovators! EBIC’s Flexible Funding supports projects using engineering biology to address environmental challenges. If you have an idea with real-world impact, apply by 12 October 2026. 🔗https://ebicentre.co.uk/flexible-funding/

000

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Delighted to have Francesca Dawson-Pell as our first Keynote Speaker. Francesca is the Senior Policy Advisor at the Department for Business, Innovation, Science & Trade (UK Government). #EBES26

001

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

To kick things off for #EBES26 we have opening remarks from our Director Prof. Frederic Coulon, welcoming our delegates and exploring the Eng Bio Mission Hubs and our work within EBIC.

000

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Don't delay, register today! #EBES26 registration closes this Friday 28th August - don't miss your chance to join us in Southampton for two full days of engaging presentations, inspiring plenaries, and networking opportunities. We can't wait to see you there! 🔗 ebicentre.co.uk/ecr-conferen...

EBIC poster for "Engineering Biology for Environmental Solutions" conference, 16–17 Sept 2026 in Southampton; keynote speakers James Allen (Co-founder & CSO, twig) and Francesca Dawson Pell (Senior Policy Advisor, Dept. for Business, Innovation, Science & Trade).

010

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

For all those with an artistic eye, take a look at the NBIC Biofilm Create! Photography and Art Competition 2026. For full details on how to enter the competition, and to download supporting resources, please see: biofilms.ac.uk/biofilm-crea...

000

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

One month until Engineering Biology for Environmental Solutions! Join researchers, early-career scientists, policymakers, innovators, & industry experts for two days of presentations, plenaries, and networking. Registration closes: 28 August Register now: ebicentre.co.uk/ecr-conferen...

010

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

What makes a conference truly valuable for an early career researcher? 💬Lyuboslava Harkova, University of Southampton, who is attending EBES26, shared her thoughts with our team below: 🔗 Register now: ebicentre.co.uk/ecr-conferen...

000

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Exciting opportunity to work as a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) Associate available - the project will focus on developing an AI-assisted enzyme engineering platform for the design, production and validation of enzymes capable of degrading PFAS. 🔗 jobs.cranfield.ac.uk/vacancy/rese...

000

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Not long to go now until our Engineering Biology for Environmental Solutions conference - 16-17 September in Southampton, UK! Our preliminary programme is now available to explore more of what you can expect at #EBES26 so take a look & register to join us today: ebicentre.co.uk/ecr-conferen...

000

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

In case you missed it - PAS 3500 Engineered biological assets – Requirements for DNA barcoding is now out for public consultation, and BSI are looking for review and feedback. To download, review and comment on the draft, please go to: 🔗 standardsdevelopment.bsigroup.com/Projects/902...

000

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

📣 One week to go until the EBIC & Elemental joint webinar - Metal and Rare Earth Element (REE) Bioleaching! Be sure to register your free place now: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/e25eee... 📅 July 29 🕛️ 12:00-13:00 (BST)

000

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

📣Our EBES26 conference programme is now available - get your copy here: ebicentre.co.uk/ecr-conferen... We are delighted with the fantastic line-up we have already secured for the conference with guests from industry, experts within the field and many fantastic ECR ready to showcase their research

000

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

📣 Don't delay - register today! Early bird registration deadline is tomorrow, June 30. Register now to secure your place today and be part of the next generation shaping the future of engineering biology: 🔗 ebicentre.co.uk/ecr-conferen...

011

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

EBIC Director Frederic Coulon was invited to deliver a plenary keynote at Bioremid 2026 on “Scaling Up Engineering Biology for Bioremediation: From Laboratory Innovation to Environmental Impact”. Read our blog to learn more: ebicentre.co.uk/blog-frederi...

000

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Last week our Director Frederic Coulon attended the NPL symposium “Generative Biology: From First Principles to Products” at Bushy House. You can read our full blog, and access the presentation slides here: ebicentre.co.uk/blog-frederi...

000

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Don't miss the latest edition of our newsletter, packed with updates, insights, and opportunities from across the community. Whether you're looking to stay informed, discover new initiatives, or catch up on recent achievements, there's something for everyone. 🔗 mailchi.mp/3a8502a94bbc...

000

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

For International Women in Engineering Day our EngBioTech podcast explores how two brilliant women are shaping the future of engineering biology - Featuring Dr Kristell Le Corre Pidou & Dr Rachel Samson. Listen now: youtu.be/T1rIhypCQv8 #EngineeringIntelligence #INWED26

001

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

🚀 Funding Opportunity for Environmental Biotechnology Innovators 🚀 EBIC has launched its Flexible Funding Programme for 2026, designed to accelerate the translation of cutting-edge research into real-world impact. Find out more: ebicentre.co.uk/flexible-fun...

000

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

📢 Calling researchers in Engineering Biology and Environmental Biotechnology! Join the EBIC Early Career Researcher Conference 2026 (#EBES26) & don't miss this opportunity to be part of the next generation shaping sustainable environmental solutions. 🔗 Learn more: ebicentre.co.uk/ecr-conferen...

000

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

For the fourth and final episode in our Engineering Biology in Action webinar series we are partnering with Elemental Hub to explore metal and REE bioleaching. With experts from EBIC, Elemental & Industry, this is not one to be missed. Register now: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/e25eee...

000

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

Expressions of Interest Now Open for the EngBio4Env Doctoral Focal Award Programme! Explore the projects and register your interest today: engbio4env.com/phd-opportun...

000

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

We are delighted to announce that Francesca Dawson Pell - Senior Policy Advisor at DSIT will be a keynote speaker at Engineering Biology for Environmental Solutions this September! #EBES26 Join us - register now to secure your place: ebicentre.co.uk/ecr-conferen...

000

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

✨Webinar recording now available✨ If you missed our live webinar - Enzyme Engineering for PFAS Remediation - don't worry, click below to catch up. 🔗 youtu.be/Lbm6RGKn0Tg?...

010

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

The EBIC team at Cranfield University welcomed colleagues from Defra for a focused visit & fact-finding mission. The visit provided an opportunity to explore how engineering biology can help tackle some of the UK’s most pressing environmental challenges. Read more:🔗 ebicentre.co.uk/defra-innova...

000

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

We've had a great day at Cranfield's Grenville Turner Studios for our webinar on Enzyme Engineering for PFAS remediation. Thanks to speakers Tao Lyu, Natassja Bush (virtual) and Dhiman Chakravarty - a lively, engaging session! #PFAS Recording available soon!

000

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

Join our experts to explore the advantage of an enzymatic approach to PFAS remediation, developments in industry, scaling, sensors - plus much more in our free webinar. Don’t miss out - register your place now and join us: 📅 June 2, 2026 🕛 12:00 - 13:00 (BST).

000

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

Here's our Hub Manager Kristell Le Corre Pidou on why you should join us this September for our Engineering Biology for Environmental Solutions conference! Early bird registrations ends June 30, so register your place now: ebicentre.co.uk/ecr-conferen... We can't wait to see you there!

000

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

Reminder: our Free webinar - Enzyme Engineering for PFAS Remediation - is coming up soon! Don’t miss out - register your FREE place now and join us June 2, 2026 12:00 - 13:00 (BST). 🔗 events.teams.microsoft.com/event/c7e9be...

010

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

We are delighted to announce that Dr Robert Ferguson is joining EBIC. Rob is a Senior Lecturer in Environmental Microbiology, The University of Essex & Within EBIC he will be involved in providing target genes to be used in parts of the research undertaken under Theme 2. Welcome to the team Rob!

110

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

📣 Funding opportunity! Did you know the Industrial Biotechnology Innovation Catalyst (IBIC) has funding available to support industrial biotechnology research translation, commercialisation, and impact activity? Find out more: www.ibic.ac.uk/funding/

000

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

We are delighted to invite you to our upcoming interactive live webinar on Enzyme Engineering for PFAS Remediation. 📅 June 2, 2026 🕛 12:00 - 13:00 (GMT) Don’t miss out - register your FREE place now: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/c7e9be...

010

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

🚨 Abstract deadline fast approaching🚨 The abstract submission deadline is just one day away - submit now to showcase your work and engage with the latest trends in Engineering Biology and Environmental Biotechnology at #EBES26 📅 Abstract Deadline: May 1, 2026 🔗 ebicentre.co.uk/ecr-conferen...

000

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

📣Calling all Early Career Researchers📣 Whether you’re looking to network, learn, or share your work, EBIC #EBES26 offers the perfect environment to grow and thrive as an early career researcher. 🗓 Abstract submission: 1st May 2026 🔗 Submit your abstract now: ebicentre.co.uk/ecr-conferen...

000

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

EBIC Partners, University of Southampton, are on the lookout for a Research Technician who is interested in synthetic biology approaches to engineer biofilms to better tackle environmental challenges. 🔗 jobs.soton.ac.uk/Vacancy.aspx...

000

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

With thanks to the team at UKCRIC for highlighting our EBIC ECR Challenge where we aim to translate scientific research into practical environmental solutions 🌍️ 🔗 www.ukcric.com/news/innovat... You can learn more about the challenge here: ebicentre.co.uk/ecr-challenge/

ukcric.com

Innovating in water and wastewater treatment technologies | UKCRIC UK Collaboratorium for Research on Infrastructure and Cities

UKCRIC's National Research Facility for Water and Wastewater Treatment to provide the platform for the design of a new test bed to explore the application of Engineering Biology solutions to…

000

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

Who doesn't love an animation! If you've got two minutes free then why not watch as we explore how EBIC is developing innovative environmental solutions in bioengineering and bioremediation 🦠 🔬

000

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

🚨 Abstract Deadline 🚨 Today's the day - last day to submit your abstract for Engineering Biology for Environmental Solutions! Submit your abstract now:🔗 ebicentre.co.uk/ecr-conferen...

000

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

Good news: There's still time to get your abstract in - our final abstract deadline is April 17, so don't delay - submit today! 🔗https://ebicentre.co.uk/ecr-conference-2026/

000

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

Delighted to share the most recent edition of STEM Dorado, featuring an article by EBIC's Magdalena Howe, titled - Beating Plastic Pollution. You can read the article here: online.fliphtml5.com/dqwze/SD_Sci...

000

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

✨We are hiring!✨ Fantastic opportunity to join the team as a Research Assistant in Engineering Biology. Based at: Cranfield University, Bedfordshire Contract type: Fixed term contract (12 months or until 30 June 2027, whichever is sooner) Learn more: ebicentre.co.uk/careers/

000

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

📣 Recommended reading - great blog post from EBIC's Paul Jeffrey, published by BIA. The blog explores the regulatory approval process and how the path to market for biological solutions is complex, but crucial for addressing global environmental challenges. 🔗 www.bioindustry.org/resource/ill...

000

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Want to know what life is like as an early career researcher? Then take a listen to our new podcast with EBIC's Yasmin Meeda & James Croxford, where they discuss all things ECR - the successes, the challenges & top tips if you want to work in academia! Listen now: youtu.be/SMx5pthRhCs?...

000

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

We’re delighted to share the latest edition of EBIC’s quarterly newsletter - packed with fresh insights, breakthroughs, and opportunities in environmental biotechnology. Click the link below to explore how EBIC is pushing the boundaries of environmental biotech 🚀 🔗 mailchi.mp/d880f33ef39b...

000

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

Registration is now open for Engineering Biology for Environmental Solutions! Don’t miss the opportunity to showcase your research and connect with fellow researchers and industry experts at the Environmental Biotechnology Innovation Centre's #EBES26 Conference. 🔗 ebicentre.co.uk/ecr-conferen...

000

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

Not long to go until BioSolutions UK 🚀 With a strong focus on supporting companies to grow, scale and succeed this is a fantastic conference to attend for all with an interest in biosolutions, engineering bio & innovation. 🔗 www.bioindustry.org/events/our-e...

000

EBIC @ebichub.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

Our Comms Officer & ECR Rep were lucky to get a sneak peak at our fantastic conference venue - the National Oceanography Centre, Southampton 🪼 We are really looking forward to hosting Engineering Biology for Environmental Solutions here 16-17 September 🎉 🔗 ebicentre.co.uk/ecr-conferen...

000