text--SynCell Asia was founded with a visionary spirit: to unite the brightest minds across Asia in the quest to engineer synthetic cells. Born out of the recognition that groundbreaking science thrives on collaboration, the consortium emerged as a response to the growing need for an interconnected community that combines academic insight, industrial expertise, and a passion for innovation. From its inception, SynCell Asia has grown into a dynamic network, spurring interdisciplinary research and establishing a collaborative culture that transcends borders.