Unlock the secrets of cells as programmable machines with Dr. James J. Collins, a pioneer in Synthetic Biology. This video traces his journey from biomechanics and neural control to designing the Genetic Toggle Switch, a foundational innovation in genetic circuits and cellular programming. Discover how his research in systems biology, programmable cells, and AI-driven biomedical innovation is applied to medicine, therapeutics, sustainable biotechnology, and drug discovery.

The discussion is moderated by Prof. Walid M. El-Sharoud, Professor at Mansoura University and Director of the Synthetic Biology Laboratory.