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Team Registration for iGEM 2020 is now open!
Visit the 2020 Competition website for information
Statement on Coronavirus - March 11, 2020
Dear iGEM Community,
As teams around the globe are excitedly starting their 2020 iGEM experience, many teams are facing serious challenges due to the impact of the novel coronavirus, COVID-19...
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
Finding Solutions
to Local Problems
By working together, students can do amazing things. Browse through iGEM projects and learn how teams are solving real world problems with the help of synthetic biology.
Building a
Better World
With 30,000+ members, iGEM's international network of academics and industry professionals are building a better world. Visit After iGEM to learn more about engagement opportunities within iGEM, in synthetic biology, and in the global community.
Inspiring
Responsible Innovation
iGEM’s global engagement in biosafety and biosecurity is revolutionary. Visit Safety & Security to see why. For iGEM’s role in worldwide outreach and engagement, visit Human Practices.
Setting the Standard: Synthetic Biology based on Standard Parts
Learn more about the open source technology and browse through 20,000+ standardized genetic parts in the iGEM Registry.
News & Announcements
New Blog Post: The iGEM Entrepreneurship Program
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
RE-LIVE 2019
The 2019 season of the International Genetically Engineered Machine Competition is now over. Congratulations to all participants! Re-live iGEM 2019: Click below to browse team projects, results, photos, and videos from 2019.
iGEM 2020!
Thinking of joining the iGEM Competition this year? Come join in the fun! Visit the 2020 Competition website for information, and save the date for the iGEM 2020 Giant Jamboree October 29 to November 2.
Experience iGEM
Welcome to iGEM
A message from Meagan Lizarazo, Vice President.
Visit the competition site 2020.igem.org to learn more.
Safety in iGEM
A message from Piers Millet, Director of Safety and Security.
Visit Safety @ iGEM and the Competition Safety Hub to learn more.
Human Practices at iGEM
A message from Megan Palmer, Director of Human Practices.
Visit the Human Practices Hub to learn more.
Experience iGEM
Experience the excitement of the iGEM Giant Jamboree.
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.
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