Mohammad Alam is an accomplished Strain Engineer at Ginkgo Bioworks, Inc., with extensive experience in synthetic biology, project management, and team leadership. Previous roles include Project Lead Developer at the iGEM Competition, where Mohammad successfully managed a diverse research team, and Graduate Student at McMaster University, where Mohammad led significant research projects resulting in publications and presentations. Educational qualifications include a Master of Science in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology and a mini-MBA from McMaster University. Mohammad possesses strong technical skills in molecular biology techniques, effective communication abilities, and a proven track record of innovative problem-solving in both academic and industry settings.