Earlier this year, we delivered evidence on information hazards and how we deal with them to the US Bipartisan Commission on Biodefense. This blog post is adapted from our testimony. New on the #iGEMBlog by @pdmillett:
bit.ly/3KOLsO3
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25 teams from 8 Latin-American countries, comprising 480 students, took on the challenge of applying biological design to solve local problems in first ever @iGEMdesign League. Check out the Design League recap on the #iGEMBlog: bit.ly/3Dc4Bpi
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The #iGEM2021 teams have once again shown their brilliance and ingenuity during a particularly challenging year, and are well on their way to creating the future of synthetic biology.
Check out the #GiantJamboree recap on the #iGEMBlog: bit.ly/3DwYVan
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"It was obvious that the teams that would emerge as leaders were those who embraced this interdisciplinary, supportive philosophy, allowing each member to contribute different perspectives and unique skill sets." New #iGEMBlog by Tim Tapscott of @idtdna bit.ly/3xiBzS4
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25 Jun 2021
“Synthetic biology is a community, a field, and an approach” -@meganjpalmer
Great #iGEMBlog by @MeaganLizarazo on #synbio! @iGEM
A community, a field, an approach: iGEM’s new purpose — iGEM Blog bit.ly/3h2lb1X
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Earlier this year, 14 @AfteriGEM Fellows were selected to participate at the IUCN Global Youth Summit @iucngys, a 10-day virtual event that brought together young leaders and conservation organizations. Here's what they learned: blog.igem.org/blog/2021/6/23… #iGEMBlog @tessafyi
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23 Jun 2021
If you want to solve a real-world problem using #syntheticbiology, you can’t just study microbes. At some point, you’ll need to study people―their diverse values, opinions, and priorities―too. #synbio @iGEM #iGEMblog @tessafyi @ShresRath
bit.ly/3wOMnb0
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New #iGEMblog post by @tessafyi, @ShresRath, and Jessica Scherer on the iGEM Human Practices' Committee
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'There have been many definitions of synthetic biology over the years, but I especially like the definition offered by my friend and colleague, @meganjpalmer “Synthetic biology is a community, a field, and an approach”.'
New #iGEMBlog by @MeaganLizarazo
blog.igem.org/blog/2021/6/2/…
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We often talk about local people, solving local problems, all over the world using the power of synthetic biology – but can they really? iGEM's 'Do Not Release' policy keeps Competition projects inside the lab. @pdmillett #iGEMblog #biosafety #biosecurity
buff.ly/3dNsFo6
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A year ago, we were uncertain whether iGEM 2020 would even take place. Thanks to the dedication of the iGEM community and the resilience of the teams, iGEM 2020 became one of the most amazing seasons. #iGEMBlog blog.igem.org/blog/2021/3/31…
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The iGEM Video Universe is a decisive milestone in creating the future iGEM. For the 1st time, it's possible to watch (or even binge-watch) the Project Promotion Videos and Presentation Videos from every team participating in the iGEM Competition blog.igem.org/blog/2020/12/9… #iGEMblog
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New on the #iGEMBlog: Philosophy Behind the iGEM 2020 Virtual Giant Jamboree blog.igem.org/blog/2020/11/4…
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New on the #iGEMBlog: iGEM Insights: Understanding iGEM Through Data blog.igem.org/blog/2020/9/30…
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New on the #iGEMBlog: Designing Scientifically Valid Surveys blog.igem.org/blog/2020/9/8/…
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New on the #iGEMBlog: How to Avoid Plagiarism in Your Work blog.igem.org/blog/2020/9/2/…
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New on the #iGEMBlog: iGEM & the Sustainable Development Goals
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New on the #iGEMBlog: How To Build an Inclusive iGEM Project blog.igem.org/blog/2020/7/15…
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New on the #iGEMBlog: How to Find Insights from Social Science Research Related to Your Project blog.igem.org/blog/2020/7/8/…
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