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Biocomputing Researcher
Uses living cells and DNA to store data and perform computation
£45k–£100k Deep tech
What it involves
Explores DNA data storage and biological computing systems that could store the world's data at densities and durability far beyond silicon-based storage.
Skills & knowledge needed
Molecular biologyDNA synthesis/sequencingComputer science fundamentalsBioinformaticsResearch methodology
Why it's emerging now
Data storage demand is outpacing silicon capacity — DNA storage offers a theoretically unlimited alternative.
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