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Justin Buck is a Principal Lecturer and Biomakerspace Manager at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering from the Colorado School of Mines and a PhD in Biological Engineering from MIT. Justin is passionate about integrating hands-on exploratory experiences in laboratory settings to reinforce theoretical concepts taught in the classroom. His teaching philosophy emphasizes the importance of practical experiences in STEM education, believing this approach is essential for developing exceptional engineers who can apply theoretical knowledge to real-world challenges. He is a longtime entrepreneur with a unique identity as a 'Busineerist,' combining elements of business and engineering with scientific inquiry. His research interests lie at the intersection of energy, chemical production, water, and environmental biology, focusing on the application of synthetic biology and metabolic engineering to design and control living production systems. In addition, he is interested in the interactions of light with biological systems, exploring concepts such as phototrophy and optogenetics.