Dr. Hsuan-Chen Wu is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biochemical Science and Technology at National Taiwan University. Dr. Wu received his Ph.D. in Bioengineering from the University of Maryland, where he specialized in synthetic biology and biomolecular engineering. His research interests encompass synthetic biology, metabolic engineering, biofabrication, and biomaterials, with a focus on cellular reprogramming, quorum sensing, biotherapeutics production, and the development of functional biomaterials. Dr. Wu has extensive experience mentoring students and leading interdisciplinary research projects, and his work has been published in leading scientific journals. 

The Wu Lab at National Taiwan University focuses on advancing synthetic biology and biofabrication for novel biomaterials and biomedical applications. The team employs cutting-edge techniques to design and produce next-generation materials such as artificial spider silk, which exhibits remarkable mechanical properties and biocompatibility. The lab also explores the engineering of smart bacterial robots for therapeutic and biosensing purposes, aiming to create programmable biological systems for environmental and medical applications. Through interdisciplinary collaboration, the lab seeks to bridge fundamental research and real-world applications, providing a dynamic environment for international students to engage in innovative projects at the interface of biology, engineering, and materials science.