iGEM Foundation

By

... more

Download on the App Store

Download on the App Store

Get it on Google Play

FAQs about iGEM Foundation:

How many episodes does iGEM Foundation have?

The podcast currently has 33 episodes available.

iGEM Foundation episodes:

October 20, 2025 How to join in-person Judging Sessions (2025 iGEM Competition)
My Judging Session is in 10 minutes!
Do I have everything I need?
✔ My team
✔ My charged laptop
✔ My charged laptop
✔ jamboree.igem.org/2025/judging open
✔ Chargers and ethernet adapters
5 minutes before the judging session,
my team enters the judging room to set up
✔ Plug in the laptop to power and ethernet.
✔ Join the Zoom Room from
jamboree.igem.org/2025/judging.
✔ Share your presentation on Zoom.
If you forget what to do,
look at the checklist on the lectern!
Ready to go!
...more
0min
September 30, 2025 Freezes: Staying Sane
Guest Speakers: Tugba Inanc, iGEM Ambassador and former High School PI
...more
0min
September 30, 2025 Unleashing the 30 Trillion USD Bioeconomy
The global bioeconomy could hit $30 trillion USD by 2030. But how do we turn this possibility into real-world impact?
This session explores the strategy, policies and partnerships that drive successful biotech scaling. From synthetic biology to global market deployment, discover how to navigate the challenges and seize the opportunities shaping the future of bio-based industries. This will be a holistic look at what it takes to build a sustainable, scalable bioeconomy!
In this session, we’ll cover:
Key drivers of successful bioproduct scale-up.
Early-stage regulatory planning to avoid costly roadblocks.
Sustainable design for manufacturing and logistics.
Strategic partnerships: Pilot plants, corporations and accelerators.
Managing scale-up risks: Supply chains, quality control, and more.
...more
0min
September 10, 2025 Science Communication from the Judge’s Perspective
Guest Speakers: Dr. Peter Carr (iGEM Judging Committee) and Dr. Traci Haddock (iGEM Engineering Committee)
...more
0min
July 24, 2025 Best Practices in Applying the Engineering Cycle of "Design, Build, Test and Learn" to Engineering Biology
Guest Speaker: Dr. Alejandro Vignoni, Universitat Politècnica de València
...more
0min
July 16, 2025Inside the AI x Biotech revolution with Stef van Grieken, CEO of Cradle
AI is rapidly transforming the life sciences—from protein folding and function prediction, to personalizing therapies and accelerating drug discovery. This session offers a deep dive into how AI is being integrated into real-world R&D and what we can expect for the (near) future.
You’ll learn about:
State-of-the-art AI approaches for protein engineering and drug development.
How to build high-quality datasets for biotech applications.
Challenges in AI infrastructure, regulation and AI talent.
How AI will shape the future of the biotech workforce.
...more
0min
July 02, 2025 Human Practices: What’s this all about?
Human Practices is at the heart of responsible synthetic biology. But what does it really mean? In iGEM, Human Practices explores how your project affects the world and how the world shapes your project. It’s about thoughtful reflection, ethical responsibility and ongoing engagement with communities, stakeholders and the environment. Join us on June 27th as Dr. Matsuri Rojano-Nisimura dives into this essential concept and helps us discover how to integrate reflection, responsibility and responsiveness into every stage of your projects.
...more
0min
June 23, 2025 BioVisionaries: Surviving the “Valley of Death” – Strategies for Biotech Startups
Between proof-of-concept product and commercial viability lies the most precarious phase for biotech startups: The “Valley of Death.” In this session, hear directly from founders and investors who’ve been there— learn what went wrong, what worked and what it really takes to survive!
You’ll gain insights into:
Common pitfalls and how to proactively avoid them.
Financing models to extend your startup runway.
Building trust and demonstrating value to stakeholders.
Exit strategies and when to pivot vs. when to persevere.
...more
0min
May 23, 2025 Biosafety and Biosecurity: Considerations for High School
...more
0min
August 27, 2024 The iGEM Responsibility Conference
In 2024, iGEM is hosting the third edition of the Responsibility Conference in parallel with the Grand Jamboree to bring together international organizations, leading thinkers, and key practitioners. The 2-day conference, held on October 23 and 24, will feature several sessions covering different topics in responsible synthetic biology: AI and SynBio, Adaptive & Anticipatory Governance Ecosystem for Emerging Technologies, Trustworthiness in Research and Development, DNA Synthesis & Screening and so much more! Learn more: https://responsibility.igem.org/events/2024/conference
...more
0min

FAQs about iGEM Foundation:

How many episodes does iGEM Foundation have?

The podcast currently has 33 episodes available.