Why is it important to understand cellular function to advance synthetic biology?

The video discusses the Allen Institute's goal to create predictive models of cells by understanding their underlying principles. It emphasizes a spatial-temporal approach to studying cell organization and function. The relationship between synthetic and real cells is explored, highlighting the need to understand real cells to build synthetic ones. The video also delves into the importance of data in maintaining cell homeostasis and the interaction of cell structures.

What questions does the Allen Institute seek to answer regarding cell organization?

In what ways do the structures within a cell interact to maintain homeostasis?