Building the Future: Biocementation Workshop

Building the Future: BioCementation Workshop

Join us to discover how microbes are revolutionising sustainable construction!

Lifefabs Institute is hosting a Bacterial Biocementation workshop - an innovative biodesign approach to creating sustainable cement. Explore how this process uses bacteria and algae to form sturdy C02-reducing materials, offering greener alternatives to traditional construction.

In this workshop you’ll uncover and gain insights into Bacterial Biocementation Basics - learning how microbes can bond materials through crystal lattice formation alongside molding, mixture prep, aggregate choices and techniques for growing bacteria and algae used in biocement (Synechococcus).

Accessibility Statement:

Lifefabs Institute is committed to ensuring that our events and workshops are as accessible as possible and meet the ever-changing needs of our community. As we navigate the opportunities and challenges of our workshops, we are constantly learning and adjusting our workflows to prioritise accessibility. We’d love to hear any feedback our community might have.

Please contact us info@lifefabs.bio if you have any specific accessibility requirements or questions.

Seating is usually unreserved for our events. If you and your group require seating reservations, please do let us know by emailing us at hello@lifefabs.bio and we'd be more than happy to help.

Carers can receive a free ticket to an event by emailing info@lifefabs.bio

About Lifefabs: Community Biofab Lab & Research Space

Lifefabs is an open access biofabrication space that provides graduates, creatives, schools, communities and scientists access to scientific learning and exchange knowledge around biofabrication.

We want to break down barriers to research and STEAM learning, offering a space to learn, experiment and contribute to our understanding of biomaterials and bioengineering. A space for interdisciplinary knowledge exchange, Lifefabs encourages non-scientists, local communities to feel welcome and be curious about Biodesign, promoting accessibility though hands-on community lab.