Scientific Sessions

Bio-nanotechnology is an interdisciplinary field that merges biology with nanotechnology to design and develop nanoscale materials, devices, and systems using biological principles. It leverages biomolecules such as DNA, proteins, and lipids as templates or building blocks to create functional nanostructures for applications in medicine, diagnostics, energy, and environmental monitoring. This approach enables highly specific, efficient, and sustainable solutions, as biological systems offer unmatched precision in molecular recognition and self-assembly. In healthcare, bio-nanotechnology is revolutionizing drug delivery systems, enabling targeted therapy with minimal side effects through nanocarriers that can navigate cellular environments. Additionally, it plays a key role in biosensors, which detect pathogens or toxins with extreme sensitivity. Beyond medicine, bio-nanotechnology contributes to areas such as bio-inspired materials, renewable energy harvesting, and water purification, positioning itself as a crucial technology for sustainable development.

Synthetic biology, on the other hand, focuses on redesigning and engineering biological systems to perform novel functions or enhance existing capabilities. It combines molecular biology, genetic engineering, and computational modeling to create custom-made organisms or biological circuits. By rewriting genetic codes, synthetic biology enables the production of biofuels, biodegradable plastics, and high-value pharmaceuticals more efficiently. One of its most significant advancements is the design of synthetic genomes, which allows scientists to create minimal cells with only essential genes for specific purposes. When integrated with bio-nanotechnology, synthetic biology offers unprecedented possibilities, for example, engineering microorganisms that produce nanomaterials or nanosensors directly. Together, these fields pave the way for breakthroughs such as smart therapeutics, programmable bio-machines, and environmental remediation tools that can detect and neutralize pollutants at the molecular level. As research advances, bio-nanotechnology and synthetic biology hold the potential to transform industries, address global challenges, and push the boundaries of what is possible in science and engineering, while also raising important ethical, safety, and regulatory considerations.