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Creating a Synthetic Biology Software Commons

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Boston MA

Digital Rings

Open Source
Bio-Design Automation

The Nona Foundation, inc. was created to broaden participation, increase access, and advance innovation in the design, distribution, documentation, maintenance, and use of open source software and tools in the fields of Synthetic Biology and Bio-Design Automation

NonaEvents are the expression of our mission. Through our two major events, NonaWorks and NonaTalks, participants are able to leverage one-on-one mentorship in developing, building, and presenting ideas to usher in a new age of Synthetic Biology. Read more below.

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NonaEvents
Software x Biology  

​​The NonaFlow

​NonaEvents, while separate events that happen during different parts of the year, feed into each other for our participants. Through this pipeline, Nona is able to provide full development support for participants as they follow they follow out Software Philosophy of Specification → Design → Build → Test

​Early Summer

​​​NonaTalks

1-2 Day

Idea Generation

​Annual Report

​Late Fall

​​​​NonaWorks

​3-6 Month

Project Development

​Open-Source Code

​NonaWorks

​This four-day hackathon during Biodesign Week brings together individuals passionate about innovation and problem-solving in bio software development. Meet researchers working on cutting-edge algorithms, industry professionals in biotechnology, and like-minded participants, while gaining guidance through expert office hours and skill-building workshops. With volunteers supporting project development throughout the event, the experience culminates in a Demo Day where teams showcase their innovative projects. It’s a unique opportunity to collaborate, network, and make a lasting impact in the bio software community.

​NonaTalks is the grand finale of the NonaWorks journey — a showcase of final competitor presentations, keynote speakers, and industry insights into open-source synthetic biology software. Whether you're a seasoned expert or new to the field, it's a unique opportunity to learn, connect, and celebrate the achievements of this vibrant community.

​​​NonaTalks

Software Philosophy

We educate developers to adopt robust coding standards, modularity, and clear concise documentation. Nona’s Synthetic Biology software follows

 

Specification → Design → Build → Test

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This pattern is prevalent in other rigorous engineering disciplines:

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