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Synthetic biology project map

The Synthetic Biology Project (an initiative of the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars) has updated an international map of synthetic biology research labs originally launched in 2009. From their Apr. 8, 2013 announcement,

Updated Map Tracks Global Growth of Synthetic Biology

As research into synthetic biology increases, this map identifies companies, universities, research institutions, laboratories and other centers across the globe that are active in this emerging field.

In 2009, the Synthetic Biology Project began mapping the increased research in the field of synthetic biology. Today, we are launching an updated version of this map, which can be found at http://www.synbioproject.org/library/inventories/map/.

The updated map can be used to examine the locations of companies, universities, research institutions, government and military laboratories and policy centers that are active in this emerging field. In addition to expanded listings, the updated map features improved functionality, more detailed information and additional categories and subcategories. The map can also be accessed on Android and Apple mobile devices.

This map is based on publicly available data from official websites, scientific literature, government reports and records, and newspaper and journal articles, but this field is dynamic, and the map is a work in progress. We welcome your input. A form to submit information can be found at http://www.synbioproject.org/sbmap/add-item/. Comments can also be sent to synbio@wilsoncenter.org.

Thank you for your submissions: All suggestions will be reviewed and incorporated into the map.

A detailed analysis of the current landscape will be released in the coming weeks. More information about the methodology and sources for the update can be found here. The data behind the map can be found here.

As it turns out, there are some Canadian cities listed on the map and upon checking I found addresses and localized maps. Until now, I had been unaware that my local British Columbia (Canada) Cancer Control Agency laboratories pursue research into synthetic biology.