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iGEM (Genetically Engineered Machines)

  • Last Updated: May 4, 2025

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  • Contact: hq@igem.org
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About the competition

iGEM is an international competition where students design and build genetically engineered biological systems using synthetic biology. Teams present their projects at the annual iGEM Jamboree in Boston.

Comp Info

  • Estimated Ann. Participants: 6000
  • Cost: Varies depending on team needs (lab costs, registration fees)
  • Estimated Time Commitment: Major
  • Participant Format: Large Team
  • Event Format: In-Person
  • Competition Format: Original Submission, Simulation/Challenge
  • Reach: International
  • Event Size: Medium

Participation Information

Teams register online, form interdisciplinary groups, and develop projects using genetic engineering. They document their progress online and present their projects at the iGEM Jamboree.
Open to university and high school teams globally
Trophies, medals, and international recognition for synthetic biology projects
Teams register online, form interdisciplinary groups, and develop projects using genetic engineering. They document their progress online and present their projects at the iGEM Jamboree.
1. Register and form a team. 2. Design a synthetic biology project. 3. Document progress and present at the Jamboree.
Lab access, genetic materials, research tools
Based on creativity, innovation, problem-solving, and technical execution.

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