As synthetic biology advances, the integrity of our global DNA synthesis ecosystem depends on shared, practical, and science-driven standards. By working together across sectors and continents, we can ensure that powerful technologies are used safely, responsibly, and for the benefit of all.

Yue Shen received her PhD degree in molecular biology from the University of Edinburgh. She is a key member of the synthetic yeast consortium (Sc2.0) and completed the synthesis of yeast chromosomes II, VII, and XIII. Her research focuses on the development of DNA synthesis technologies and instruments, Synthetic genomics in eukaryotic systems, and DNA-based data storage. She has published 64 papers in high-impact journals, including Science, Nature Biotechnology, Nature Communications, Cell Genomics, etc. and holds 89 patents. Part of the works were selected as the “Top 10 Scientific Advances of 2017 in China” and the National Science Fund for Excellent Young Scholars. She is also actively engaged in international standardization efforts. She served as a key member in the development of ISO 20688-2:2024 and contributes as an expert to both ISO/TC 276/WG 6 and IEC/ISO SyC BDC.