(Rice University, 2025) Smith, James A.; Wagstaff, James; Glass, John; de C. Bittencourt, Daniela Matias; Mitra, Aishwarya Sparky; Chitayat, Liyam; Adamala, Katarzyna P.
The report outlines the transformative potential of synthetic cells in addressing global challenges through innovation in fields like medicine, energy, and education, while emphasizing their role as safe, accessible models for biological research. It advocates for responsible development through global collaboration, inclusive education, open science practices, and harmonized international governance to ensure equitable and secure deployment.