New genetic engineering methods such as gene editing are used to build knowledge about safe use and to create new processes and products.
Design and production in the circular economy are linked by integrating industrial by-products into projects and by contributing to new business models and regional development.
Environmental impacts are investigated using life cycle assessments and projects examining the spread of antibiotic resistance and GMOs. Sustainability and ethics are included to understand societal impacts.
Infrastructure associated with the department includes Risavika Tech Park, NBIoC, and Mongstad Algepilot.
