What we’re about
Do-it-yourself biological innovation! We're inspired by the California group "biocurious", like them, we believe in the power of open source, open access, and learning in community. We believe this philosophy should be applied to biology!
This year has not only witnessed the flourishing of our internal projects but also the establishment of meaningful connections with other DIYbio communities in NY and Vancouver. Through these collaborations, we've broadened our toolkit, shared insights, and collectively strengthened the presence of DIY biology enthusiasts. We are filled with anticipation for the continued growth of our community and the possibilities that lie ahead in our pursuit of scientific exploration and discovery.
We have had several Eventbrite courses this year and will have more OFFSITE through a community biology initiative. THANKS!!!
Upcoming events
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AI vs. Human: Who Designs Better Primers? In Person computer lab
Hacklab, 1677 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON, CAJoin us this Wednesday at DIYBio.to for a hands‑on trial to compare primer design—between cutting‑edge AI algorithms with traditional human expertise.
What to expect:
- Agenda:
- Quick intro to primer design fundamentals.
- Live demo of an AI‑driven primer design tool (e.g., Primer‑AI, DeepPrimer, BiOMNI).
- Human‑led design session using classic software (Primer‑3, Geneious).
- Side‑by‑side performance comparison (specificity, speed, cost). Then, we will elect to test some primers on DNA in about two weeks.
- Open Q&A and brainstorming future collaborations.
- What to bring: Laptop (optional), curiosity, and any DNA targets you’d like to test.
- Finding us: Hacklab.to, ground floor lab space
Our community biology projects also continue in the wet lab, and we’ll be gathering data from today’s primer‑design showdown to feed into upcoming courses. For more on our broader mission, check out diybio.to and the experiment.com program.
Why this matters:
At DIYBio.to we aim to bridge biology and the community, and now we’re exploring how AI can augment—or perhaps surpass—human ingenuity in a core molecular‑biology task.Who we are:
A diverse mix of biologists, bio‑engineers, data scientists, and enthusiastic hobbyists—from newcomers to PhD‑level experts—all committed to safe, inclusive, and respectful collaboration at Hacklab.to and DIYBio.to.Community standards:
Our anti‑harassment policy applies to everyone. Highlights: Respect & consent: No photos without permission; Safety first: We actively prevent harassment, offensive remarks, or unwanted intrusions—both physical and digital. By signing up, you agree to uphold these standards and help keep our space welcoming.Membership: If you share our passion and vision, we invite you to become a member of hacklab.to and DIYBio.to. Come visit us, and let's engage in a conversation about cell and molecular biology. Your journey into the DIY world of biology awaits!
*exceptions = holidays, extreme cold weather, illness
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