Ginkgo Bioworks is a biotechnology company that specializes in designing custom microbes for various applications. Founded in 2008, the company uses advanced genetic engineering techniques to create organisms that can produce valuable substances, such as pharmaceuticals, food ingredients, and biofuels. The company operates a platform that combines biology and software, allowing for efficient organism design and testing. Ginkgo collaborates with various industries, including agriculture and healthcare, to develop sustainable solutions that address global challenges. Their work aims to harness the power of synthetic biology to improve products and processes across multiple sectors.