How to build a factory to automate processes, Scaling DNA circuits tests to be able to be done in under 30 minutes,  why now is the prefect time for Cell Free to exist, a bit on his founding story and struggles, and great rapid fire questions at the end!   CEO of Cell Free and Director of Open Cell Dr.Thomas Meany "As a former interdisciplinary Research Fellow at Cambridge, Tom spent his career working closely and across academia, industry, nanoelectronics & synthetic biology." From Website       Cell Free  "we develop practical tools for industry, researchers and individuals who wish to test and trial biological circuits. Our technology allows users to test a DNA circuit in as little as 30 minutes without any laboratory infrastructure. This completely revolutionises how one can conduct experiments. Instead of testing tens of recombinant DNA samples in cell culture over the course of a few days, you can now trial thousands of variants in a few hours. This data and detailed understanding of how bio-circuits work allow us to design practical technologies as biological sensors and materials that can be incorporated into tangibles like wearables and smart devices.We are hiring for wetlab and programming roles. Get in touch! [email protected]" from website   Open Cell From a great Article write at Synbiobeta on Open cell " Open Cell is a new collaborative space for bio designers in Shepherd’s Bush London. It aims to support the London ecosystem of designers and scientists specializing on incorporating new biological techniques into material development. It’s a unique space, composed of modular mixed use areas including labs, studios and workshops. Open Cell is located within 45 shipping containers adjacent to Shepherd’s Bush Market. The team is building the space from the bottom up with a user-centric approach." Article link. There is a lot more to the story in the link. Check them out.  Links/Sources Website Cell Free  Open Cell Website Thomas Linkedin Article link. Facebook link Twitter link Hyperlinked Timestamped Show Notes * [ * [ * [ * [ * [ * [ * [ * [ * [ * [ * [ * [