A group of high schoolers tackling world challenges with synthetic biology. Participating in the iGEM Competition since 2018
Our Team
iGEM Saint-Joseph was founded in 2018. The team started with the project RAFI to treat a bacterial fish disease with a viral solution. Saint-Joseph participated several times to the competition. In 2020, the school was donated a biochemistry and genetics lab by an alumni. This excelled the team’s works and inspired more students to participate in iGEM.
About iGEM
The iGEM (International Genetically Engineered Machine) Competition is the biggest synthetic biology competition in the world. Here students from all over the world come together to solve real-world problems using synthetic biology. Teams work on projects that range from environmental solutions to medical advancements, showcasing their innovations at the annual iGEM Jamboree.
The iGEM timeline usually starts around February by forming a team and finding a project subject. Until June, teams design their project and try to find fundings and sponsorships. After that, practical experimentation start and usually last until September or October. At the end of October, the annual iGEM Jamboree takes place where teams compete with their projects.
About iGEM
The iGEM (International Genetically Engineered Machine) Competition is the biggest synthetic biology competition in the world. Here students from all over the world come together to solve real-world problems using synthetic biology. Teams work on projects that range from environmental solutions to medical advancements, showcasing their innovations at the annual iGEM Jamboree.
The iGEM timeline usually starts around February by forming a team and finding a project subject. Until June, teams design their project and try to find fundings and sponsorships. After that, practical experimentation start and usually last until September or October. At the end of October, the annual iGEM Jamboree takes place where teams compete with their projects.
