2025
Synthetic Biology Research
Washington iGEM
We are an undergraduate-led synthetic biology research team at the University of Washington, competing in the international iGEM competition. Innovating for a better tomorrow through interdisciplinary science.
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2008
Founded at UW
15+
Years of Research
100%
Undergraduate-Led
17+
Competition Projects
About Us
What is iGEM?
The International Genetically Engineered Machine (iGEM) competition is the premiere international synthetic biology student research competition. Teams from around the world come together to design and build novel biological systems using standard genetic parts.
Founded in 2008, Washington iGEM is entirely operated by a team of dedicated undergraduate students. We pride ourselves on pursuing interdisciplinary projects that integrate education, public health, graphic design, and programming to create innovative solutions.
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Our Work
Featured Projects
Explore our award-winning synthetic biology projects from recent iGEM competitions.
2025
2024
MightyMoieties
Albumax Edition focuses on cephalosporins, designing albumin binding proteins to enhance antibiotic effectiveness and extend half-life.
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2023
Byephenyl
Computationally redesigned dehalogenase proteins to break down highly chlorinated PCBs for environmental remediation.
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We are a diverse team of students united in our desire to make a positive impact with synthetic biology. We pride ourselves on pursuing interdisciplinary projects that integrate education, public health, graphic design, and programming. Your support makes our research possible.