iGEM
Biotechnology ResearchMassachusetts, United States501-1000 Employees
iGEM is a nonprofit organization focused on advancing synthetic biology through education and competition, while fostering an open, collaborative community aimed at solving health, resilience, and sustainability challenges. The organization convenes a global network of programs and events, most notably its Grand Jamboree, which gathers researchers, industry participants, investors, and members of the broader scientific and policy community to discuss and shape the future of synthetic biology. Based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, iGEM operates within the biotechnology research sector and has a substantial community footprint across its various programs, including competition, startups, responsibility initiatives, community activities, and technology development. The organization also undertakes initiatives such as publishing workshops, efforts to promote women in STEM, and the creation of platforms for communication within the synthetic biology field, reflecting a commitment to education and knowledge sharing across its international network.