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iGEM March Newsletter
iGEM 2019 is officially underway! Between opening team registration, manufacturing the 2019 DNA Distribution Kits, and preparing new resources for teams, we've had an extremely busy month here at iGEM Headquarters. Read on to learn about what's new this month.
In this issue...
- Regular registration closes in 2 weeks!
- Trends in iGEM: 2018 Annual Report
- Judging Applications opens in early April
- Meet the new iGEM Ambassadors
- Upcoming dates to consider
2019 Competition Updates
Reminder: Regular Team Registration - 2 Weeks Left!
Be a part of iGEM 2019 and register your team today. Regular registration is open for two more weeks. Register and pay before March 31, 2019 at 11:59PM EDT to avoid the $500 late registration fee.
Direct Link: https://2019.igem.org/Competition/Registration
Direct Link: https://2019.igem.org/Sitemap
Community News
Trends in iGEM: 2018 Annual Report
What is the most popular competition track? How many teams work in chassis other than E. coli? What are the most important research trends in iGEM? Get answers to these questions and many more in the newly published iGEM 2018 Annual Report.
The report provides a review of the accomplishments of iGEM teams in 2018 and explores project trends. It also highlights the important work of iGEM's committees, ambassadors, and delegates in contributing to the success of iGEM in 2018.
Direct Link: http://2018.igem.org/Report
Judging Applications Opening Soon
Mark your calendars - The application to be a 2019 Giant Jamboree judge will open on April 5! We're looking for:
- iGEM PIs, instructors, and advisors (past and current)
- iGEM alumni who want to stay involved
- Synthetic biology researchers who are new to iGEM, including graduate students and post-docs
- Professionals in the synthetic biology, biotechnology, and engineering industries
- People who have experience in complimentary areas, e.g. humanities, art and design, and software
Direct Link: https://2019.igem.org/Judging/Apply
If you have colleagues who you think should apply, please pass on this information!
Welcome: 2019 Ambassadors
In 2018, iGEM's team of ambassadors traveled a combined 97,000 kilometers, attended 27 iGEM meetups, helped establish 32 new iGEM teams, and collaborated with 5 regional synthetic biology associations in four continents. For 2019, we welcome 8 new ambassadors to the team:
- Hana Abdelzaher, Africa
- Nurul Izzati, Asia
- Nan (Dorothy) Zhang, Asia
- Niek Savelkoul, Europe
- Nemanja Stijepovic, Europe
- Manuel Gimenez, Latin America
- Varun Govil, North America
- Ronit Langer, North America
The iGEM Ambassadors represent the iGEM community and promote Synthetic Biology in their respective regions. They are a diverse team of regional leaders who have experienced the iGEM adventure and now work together to find and connect iGEMers, promote initiatives to expand iGEM and collaborate with local stakeholders to boost cooperation across their community.
If you would like to contact an ambassador in your region, email the Ambassador Coordinator, Amy: After [AT] iGEM [DOT] org
