معرفی
Emma Frow is an Associate Professor at Arizona State University (ASU), holding joint appointments in the School for the Future of Innovation in Society (SFIS) and the School of Biological and Health Systems Engineering (SBHSE). She is also a Lincoln Professor of Bioengineering, Policy & Society at the Lincoln Center for Applied Ethics. Her research focuses on governance of emerging biotechnologies, particularly synthetic biology, and the interplay between STEM research communities, ethics, and policy.
Education
- Ph.D. Biochemistry, University of Cambridge, UK
- M.Sc. Science and Technology Studies, University of Edinburgh, UK
- B.A. Natural Sciences (Neuroscience), University of Cambridge, UK
Research Interests
Frow’s work bridges science and society, emphasizing governance frameworks for biotechnologies, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the ethical implications of synthetic biology. Key themes include:
- Regulatory strategies for emerging technologies
- Public and stakeholder engagement in science
- Interdisciplinary research methodologies
- Values in scientific practice
Research Projects
Recent projects include:
- Synthetic cells that can learn without evolution (NSF-funded, 2019–2023)
- Reconfiguring Life: Care and control in bioengineering (NSF CAREER Award, 2021–2026)
- Collaborations with institutions like University of Washington, Rice University, and UCLA
Awards & Honors
- ASU Lincoln Professor (2015–present)
- Elected to Young Academy of Scotland (2013–2016)
Service & Leadership
Frow serves as:
- Council Member, Engineering Biology Research Consortium (EBRC)
- Founder of SFIS Undergraduate Research Fellows (SURF) Program
- Human Practices Committee Member, iGEM Competition
Labs & Collaborations
Her research involves interdisciplinary teams and partnerships with industry leaders like Ginkgo Bioworks and academic institutions globally.
