We are fighting S. aureus bacteria by employing specifically designed bacteriophages! Bacteriophages can have up to 12 tail fibers which help the phage attach to and attack bacteria.
Our first year we received a bronze medal. This year we are hungry for more!
This year, IGEM has teams from over 60 countries competing. The diversity on showcase at the Grand Jamboree is bar none, our team is excited to see and learn from people far and wide.
Throughout IGEM's 20-year lifespan, over 250 startup companies have spawned out of an IGEM project.
This donation would provide an entrance ticket to the Grand Jamboree for one student!
Travel to Paris and staying in Paris isn't cheap, this is the approximate amount per student for plane tickets, rooming, and transportation.