Research

Hong research laboratory studies and develops novel biological platforms with various applications through interdisciplinary approaches, specifically a combination of synthetic biology, cell-free biology, and biofilm engineering.

Engineering beneficial microbes for controlling deleterious biofilms

Utilizing cell-free protein synthesis platform for novel drug development

Identifying plant products for use as anti-biofilm and anti-persister agents

Biofilm-electrode system optimization

Expanding the genetic code using cell-free protein synthesis platforms

Research

Funding