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Scientists Just Achieved a Major Milestone in Creating Synthetic Life : ScienceAlert

Last updated: February 1, 2025 1:38 pm
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Researchers Reach Milestone in Synthetic Yeast Genome Project

After more than a decade of dedicated work, a team of researchers has achieved a significant milestone in synthetic biology by successfully assembling the final chromosome in a synthetic yeast genome. This groundbreaking accomplishment, led by scientists from Macquarie University in Australia, marks a pivotal moment in the field of genetic engineering.

The choice to focus on yeast, specifically Saccharomyces cerevisiae, highlights the potential for creating resilient food sources that can withstand the challenges posed by a changing climate and widespread diseases.

This achievement is particularly noteworthy as it represents the first time a synthetic eukaryotic genome has been fully constructed, following successful endeavors with simpler bacterial organisms. The successful completion of the synthetic yeast genome serves as a proof-of-concept for the future synthesis of more complex organisms, such as essential food crops, by scientists.

Growing yeast
Scientists manipulated SynXVI to get yeast growing at elevated temperatures. (Goold et al., Nature Communications, 2025)

Lead molecular microbiologist Sakkie Pretorius from Macquarie University expressed the significance of this milestone, stating, “This is a landmark moment in synthetic biology. It is the final piece of a puzzle that has occupied synthetic biology researchers for many years now.”

While the ability to grow entirely artificial yeast from scratch is not yet feasible, the successful recoding of living yeast cells is a promising advancement. Further refinement and scale-up of the process are necessary before this potential can be fully realized.

The meticulous process of constructing the final synthetic yeast chromosome, known as SynXVI, involved utilizing various gene-editing tools, including CRISPR, to identify and rectify issues within the genome. One significant challenge that the researchers overcame was ensuring that yeast properly utilized glycerol as an energy source at higher temperatures to enhance its resilience.

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Synthetic biologist Hugh Goold highlighted the importance of genetic markers in the genome, emphasizing how their positioning can impact cell behavior and the expression of essential genes. The team’s findings underscore the critical role of precise genetic marker placement in genome functionality.

Beyond crop modification, the Sc2.0 project, which encompasses this groundbreaking research, holds promise for applications in medicine and sustainable materials. The innovative approach could accelerate production processes and enhance the durability of various products.

Advancements in technology and techniques, coupled with the capabilities of the Australian Genome Foundry, have played a pivotal role in the success of this study. Synthetic biologist Briardo Llorente emphasized the transformative potential of the synthetic yeast genome, stating, “This achievement opens up exciting possibilities for developing more efficient and sustainable biomanufacturing processes, from producing pharmaceuticals to creating new materials.”

The research findings have been published in Nature Communications, marking a significant step forward in the field of synthetic biology.

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