Huang-Hobbs BioMaker Space

The Huang-Hobbs BioMaker Space is the first bio space in MIT’s makerspace network.

The BioMaker Space at MIT is an entire community educated, equipped, and capable of working safely, creatively, effectively, and independently with biological systems with a mission to enable hands-on exploration and education with biological systems by providing low-barrier access to: laboratory equipment and resources, a broad range of interactive programming and content, and a vibrant community of enthusiastic BioMakers supported by a professional and social network comprised of advocates, mentors, and partners.

There are opportunities and training for all experience levels which are characterized as; novice, apprentice, master, and mentor.

Workshops include topics and techniques such as bacterial photography, biobots, yeast surface display, lateral flow assay, CRISPR, expansion microscopy, DNA origami, bio-electrochemical systems, and rhodopsin & rotation.

Among the equipment the BioMaker Space affords are centrifuges, biosafety cabinets, thermocycler, 3D bioprinter, real-time PCR, -80 ULT freezer, lab coats & other PPE

Justin Buck, PhD is the director of the Huang-Hobbs BioMaker Space.