Genes in Space challenges students to design DNA experiments that address space exploration challenges. Winners get their experiment conducted aboard the ISS.
Science | STEM
Genes in Space
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About the competition
Comp Info
- Estimated Ann. Participants: 2000
- Cost: Free
- Estimated Time Commitment: Significant
- Participant Format: Small Team
- Event Format: Hybrid
- Competition Format: Original Submission, Presentation
- Reach: National
- Event Size: Small
Participation Information
Students propose DNA-based experiments for space exploration, working alone or in teams of up to two, and submit proposals online.
Open to U.S. students in grades 7-12.
Fully funded travel to ISS launch site for finalists; certificates, mentorship, and national recognition
Students propose DNA-based experiments for space exploration, working alone or in teams of up to two, and submit proposals online.
1. Develop a DNA experiment. 2. Submit a proposal online. 3. Finalists present at the ISS Research & Development Conference.
Internet access, scientific resources for DNA research, no lab needed for entry
Based on scientific merit, creativity, and relevance to space exploration.
