KU LEUVEN'S SYNTHETIC BIOLOGY TEAM COMPETING IN THE iGEM CHALLENGE

What is iGEM?
The International Genetic Engineering Machine competition (iGEM) is a global synthetic biology competition where students tackle real-world problems with engineered biology. But it's more than just research: it's about entrepreneurship, communication, and creating real impact. iGEM fosters collaboration, creativity, and innovation, empowering participants to make a positive impact on the world.

What do we do?
We're a team of passionate students using synthetic biology to save the world one competition at a time. With backgrounds in science and engineering, we combine research, education, and community outreach to make a lasting impact.