4S (Safety, Security, Sustainability, and
Social Responsibility) Projects
BioMADE is committed to incorporating safety, security, sustainability, and social responsibility into our work. BioMADE’s 4S program facilitates responsible bioindustrial manufacturing, addresses ethical and security concerns, and increases public understanding of bioindustrial manufacturing.
4S (Safety, Security, Sustainability, and Social Responsibility) Projects
Active Projects
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This project will investigate the intersection of bioindustrial manufacturing and public opinion. Learn more here.
Members: University of Georgia, Tandem Repeat
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In order to better inform policy and regulatory efforts, this project will analyze the security and safety implications of biomanufacturing using cell-free systems-based solutions. Learn more here.
Members: University of Minnesota, Georgia Tech
Completed Projects
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This project will identify areas of action for the U.S. Government and BioMADE leadership to integrate 4S principles (regarding safety, security, sustainability, and social responsibility) into the BioMADE mission. Learn more here.
Members: Johns Hopkins University, Ginkgo Bioworks
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Bluestem Biosciences and the National Corn-to-Ethanol Research Center (NCERC) worked to boost the bioeconomy of the Midwest by identifying promising commercial opportunities for anaerobic fermentation technology. Through this project, researchers built BlueSTEAM, an open-source code base that simplifies the techno-economic analysis for anaerobic biomanufacturing processes. Learn more and access resources here.
Members: Bluestem Biosciences and National Corn-to-Ethanol Research Center (NCERC)