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Loading menubar..... Main Page International Genetically Engineered Machine ABOUT What is iGEM? iGEM Values Vision History -- People Staff Committees Leadership Contact PROGRAMS iGEM Competition Previous Competitions Team List Facets of iGEM Collegiate -- High School Parts Registry Labs Program Giant Jamboree After iGEM Ambassador Program Delegate Program Representative Program Mentorship Program Join the iGEM Network IMPACT Synthetic Biology Biosafety & Biosecurity Human Practices Startups Speaking Engagements Policy -- COMMUNITY iGEM Blog iGEM Digest Newsletters Resources Join the iGEM Network SUPPORT iGEM Donate Sponsor Opportunities iGEM Sponsors PRESS Press Kit Press Releases iGEM in the News iGEM Foundation The International Genetically Engineered Machine (iGEM) Foundation is an independent, non-profit organization dedicated to the advancement of synthetic biology, education and competition, and the development of an open community and collaboration. Share your expertise Advise, consult, or be an iGEM Judge! Participate in iGEM Visit the 2020 Competition website for information Invest in the future Support iGEM's programs, donate, or partner with iGEM Coronavirus updates: Please visit our coronavirus page to see the most up-to-date messaging from iGEM Headquarters and read the Frequently Asked Questions. Coronavirus Updates Regular registration deadline for the iGEM 2020 Competition has been extended to April 30, 2020 at 11:59PM EDT. Please visit our coronavirus page to see the most up-to-date messaging from iGEM Headquarters and read the Frequently Asked Questions. -- Build a better world with iGEM The iGEM Foundation is an independent, non-profit organization dedicated to the advancement of synthetic biology, education and competition, and the development of an open community and collaboration. This is done by fostering an open, cooperative community and friendly competition. iGEM’s main program is the iGEM Competition. The iGEM Competition gives students the opportunity to push the boundaries of synthetic biology by tackling everyday issues facing the world. About iGEM → Our Impact on the World Building Solutions to Local and Global Challenges By working together, students can do amazing things. Learn how iGEMers around the globe are addressing regional and global challenges both inside and outside the lab. Learn more → Champions of Synthetic Biology With 40,000+ members, iGEM's international network of academics and industry professionals are building a better world. Learn about our vibrant community of champions. Learn more → Companies with Roots in iGEM iGEM is the largest synthetic biology innovation program and a launchpad for the industry's most successful leaders and companies. IGEM projects serve as proofs of concepts and prototypes, contributing to over 150 startups. Learn more → Setting the Standard in Synthetic Biology iGEM programs are supported by a panel of industry experts that guide iGEM and set the industry standard for how synthetic biology is performed. Learn more about iGEM Committees and their work in setting the industry standards. Learn more → News & Announcements iGEM 2020: An exceptional year April 22, 2020 This is not a normal year. Together, we are facing the biggest pandemic in the past 100 years. Based on your feedback, we are adapting the iGEM experience - we have examined each part of the competition to make it even better this year. This is iGEM in the time of a pandemic. It will be different but it will be worth it. See the full announcement here. Take a look at some of the changes on our "New for 2020" hub , including: Changes to Judging, New iGEM Activities Starting Now, Virtual Giant Jamboree, Changes to Registration, Two-Phase Projects, New Video Deliverables, Safety and Human Practices and COVID-19, and New Resources. NEW FOR 2020 Teams, share your feedback at Ambassador Coffee hours, starting today April 23 until April 28. Please join any call and tell us your feedback! Find a time that works for you . More news IDT is extending FREE custom DNA offer to all teams for 2020! April 24, 2020 Application call for iGEM Video & Remote Technology Committee March 20, 2020 Benchling is proud to help iGEM teams innovate faster for a second year! March 19, 2020 Regular Registration Extended to April 30th March 17, 2020 iGEM HQ working remotely March 12, 2020 Community Bulletin - Can you help bridge a divide between University Research and High School Science? March 2, 2020 Team Registration for iGEM 2020 is now open! March 2, 2020 New Community Resource - Download the iGEM Slide Library! February 27, 2020 Community Bulletin - Are you a new High School iGEM Advisor? Or interested in becoming one? February 27, 2020 Revive & Restore to sponsor 12 iGEM teams with $5500 grants. February 18, 2020 -- VIEW MORE NEWS -- Blog & Digest Insights from the After iGEM Biosecurity Policy Conference by Ronit Langer The crisis was completely fictional, but the responses necessary for developing clear containment and communication strategies to address that crisis were real. And the insights, knowledge and training shared at that conference are prescient as we face the global COVID-19 pandemic today. Read more The 2019 Annual Review by iGEM HQ We are pleased to announce the release of the iGEM 2019 Annual Review, which documents the advances, highlights and continued development of iGEM. Read more Hyasynth: A Founder’s Journey from iGEM to Start-up by Kevin Chen Hyasynth was founded in 2014 with a set of cofounders who had all participated in iGEM before. Our idea didn’t come from an iGEM project, but our first year of starting up looked a lot like an iGEM project. Read more The iGEM Entrepreneurship Program by Will Wright Each year after the iGEM Competition comes to a close, the innovation and entrepreneurial spirit of iGEM teams continue on – building upon the proofs of concept tested during the competition, turning prototypes into innovative products. Read more Revive & Restore: Reflections on iGEM 2019 and a look toward 2020 by Ben Novak Most students I spoke with told me they got into synthetic biology because they wanted to make the world a better place. While a lot of interest lies in agriculture, medicine, and industry—and for good reason, too!—these tools could also revolutionize conservation. Read more VISIT iGEM BLOG Events Thank you for making iGEM 2019 possible! by iGEM HQ As 2019 draws to a close, all of us at iGEM HQ wish to express our appreciation for the many people who have dedicated their time, work and support in helping advance the use and development of synthetic biology for the benefit of future generations. Read more in our blog post linked below: READ MORE -- Explore our other websites... RE-LIVE 2019 The 2019 Competition Season is now over. Congratulations to all participants! Click below to browse team projects, results, photos, and videos from 2019. iGEM 2019 iGEM 2020 Thinking of joining the iGEM Competition this year? Come join in the fun! Visit the 2020 Competition website for information. iGEM 2020 Registry of Parts The iGEM Registry of Standard Biological Parts is a growing collection of genetic parts that can be mixed and matched to build synthetic biology devices and systems. REGISTRY OF PARTS The iGEM Network The iGEM Network was built to help iGEMers take what you learned in the competition and expand that to continue to build a better world. Click below to Join the iGEM Network. iGEM NETWORK iGEM Foundation The International Genetically Engineered Machine (iGEM) Foundation is an independent, non-profit organization dedicated to the advancement of synthetic biology, education and competition, and the development of an open community and collaboration. show black menu bar HQ tools Contact us! 27 Drydock Avenue, Suite 27E-230, Boston, MA 02210 hq AT igem DOT org +1.617.500.3106 -- Contact...