Homework
Weekly homework submissions:
Week 1 HW: Principles and Practices
Biological Engineering Application Proposal 1. First, describe a biological engineering application or tool you want to develop and why. I propose the development of an optimized citrus-derived microbial consortium to accelerate composting of citrus-rich organic waste in urban systems. Citrus residues (such as orange and lemon peels) are often excluded from compost systems due to their high limonene content, acidity, and antimicrobial properties. These compounds inhibit early microbial succession, delay compost stabilization, and can reduce nutrient turnover efficiency. This project aims to:
Colorimetric UTI detection and biological art with the Opentrons OT-2, based on Apta-MIP biosensor technology.