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🌐 Hello Network! A ✨ new iGEM team ✨ is in town and we are so excited to share with you our project! Before we do that we wanted to take a step back and remind you all what iGEM is. iGEM stands for internationally engineered machine, it is the world's biggest synthetic biology competition, created by MIT in 2003 to challenge students in the field of synthetic biology. Since then, iGEM has evolved and expanded and today over 400 teams from more than 65 countries participate. The competition is a yearlong commitment, starting in January and culminating with the final jamboree at the end of October. Each university’s team will present the result of their hard work: the goal is to come up with a project that harnesses the power of synthetic biology to tackle a social issue or to create an innovative step forward in a large number of fields. iGEM projects can in fact fit into a wide variety of topics including space exploration, agriculture, food safety, diagnostics and the newly added Fashion and Cosmetics, Oncology, and Infectious Diseases categories. In early December each university assembles a team of driven students passionate about synthetic biology. Starting from January to the end of April the teams work on the pitching and deciding which challenge to tackle using synthetic biology: this is the Brainstorming phase. Following this phase, the team will work tirelessly on their idea developing each aspect of it: from the wet lab to the modelling, to the entrepreneurship and the human practices to broadcasting the project to the scientific and non-scientific community. For students, this is a great opportunity to work on a project hands-on developing every single aspect of it. Each team takes care to develop the idea and find the funds to support their work, develop the wet lab and the modelling, program the activities to engage with the experts and the public, and curate the image and the entrepreneurship around their project. It is an opportunity to network with other students, learn to create a research strategy, engage with experts, and gain experience in curating a project from start to finish. Want to know more? We will reveal our project soon! Make sure to follow us to find out how you can support us in creating the next genetically engineered machine 🔬🧬! #iGEM #syntheticbiology #Toulouse #INSA #UPS #engineering #iGEM2024 #SyntheticBiologyChallenge #Teamwork #InnovationInScience #SocialImpactProjects #ScienceCommunication

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Skills for Scientists meets Tigen at the Biopôle Lausanne Academic vs. industrial career? . We were welcoming a group of PhD students, postdocs, and researchers from the University of Lausanne - UNIL and the CHUV | Lausanne university hospital in our Tigen office and lab in Epalinges and had an open and lively discussion about the life in academia vs. “the industry”. The presentation about Tigen as a biotech company by Marianna Mainardi Koga was a good springboard for the debate.   What is a reasonable career path? What is the job security in academia vs industry? How to move from academia to the industry? What is Tigen actually doing? What is a good job application?... many questions that helped close the perception gap between academia and the industry. While there are many similarities, the beauty of owning a publication from A-Z in your academic journey (as an example) is offset by intense multidisciplinary problem solving in a team structure in the biotech industry.   The Tigen team of UNIL alumni Marianna Mainardi Koga, Sérgio Ribeiro, Charlotte Théroude, Florent SIERRO and Therese Choquette (former Vallerskog) are happy to open our doors for the next Skills for scientists’ group. Huge thanks to the Skills for Scientists team for orchestrating the opportunity Slavica Masina and Daniela Cropp. #innovation #collaboration #research #academia #biotech #smartcells #fightcancer

I've been accepted to orally present my research on glioma biomarkers at both EANO 2024 and ESSO 43 🌟 While I'm grateful for these honors, I’ll probably not be attending due to the significant costs involved. 💰 The costs associated with attending international conferences, which in my case means flying to Glasgow and Antwerp, are substantial. Sadly, even many top universities, including mine, lack the support systems to help cover these expenses. In an era when science strives to be more inclusive, how inclusive are we when only a select few can afford to present in world stage? So, how can we make these opportunities accessible for all researchers? Should impactful conventions start being virtual or at least hybrid? Let's discuss how we can break these barriers and support all scientists in sharing their work! 🌐💡 #SupportScience #InclusivityInScience #Research #EANO2024 #ESSO43

𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗮 𝗴𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝘂𝗺 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗼�� 𝘀𝘆𝗻𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗯𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝗼𝗻 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗲𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁! You will soon be able to register for our 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 𝗦𝘆𝗻𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗕𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲! 🗓️ 𝗦𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲: 𝟮𝟭-𝟮𝟯 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 Use the hashtag to spread the word through your community: #SynBio24 The conference brings together researchers working in synthetic biology, biotechnology, genomics, and medical services, along with industry representatives from pharma and biotech companies. Following on from our 2023 meeting, which focused solely on health, this year's conference will expand the conversation to explore how technologies branching out of synthetic biology impact both healthcare and the environment. Registrations are welcome from anyone working in the field, even if you didn't attend the 2023 conference. 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝘂𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗳𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀: ✅ Approaches for cell engineering ✅ Systems and genomics ✅ Applications in health ✅ Towards sustainability ✅ Living materials ✅ Microbiome engineering 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝘂𝘀 𝗶𝗻-𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗿𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝘁𝗼: 🌐 Connect with multidisciplinary peers and leaders in the field. 🧬 Explore where advances in synthetic biology are having the greatest impact. 💭 Exchange knowledge and present your own research. 💡 Discover the greatest challenges that lie ahead, particularly for achieving global equity. 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗷𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁 ➡ https://bit.ly/42CCDBI Bursaries are available to support anyone facing financial barriers to attendance. 💸 #AcademicChatter #Genomics #Genetics #ScientificConferences #PhDchat #PhDlife Synthetic Biology Australasia | Synthetic Biology | Synthetic Biology Monash (SynBioM) | NUS Synthetic Biology for Clinical and Technological Innovation (SynCTI) | Synthetic Biology Innovation Cluster

Dreaming of making a scientific breakthrough? Our carousel highlights 5 top research institutes in India to launch your incredible journey! ➡️ Swipe to see where groundbreaking research happens! What you'll find inside: - Renowned institutes known for cutting-edge research - Diverse fields of study to spark your passion - A launchpad for your future discoveries! Which institute excites you the most? Let us know in the comments! Follow us for more such updates! #research #india #science #phd #careerdevelopment #bioinformatics #lifescience

As we gear up for the upcoming spring academic semester, the Nanovaccine Institute is thrilled to share our plans and preparations for a season of innovation and growth. 📚 Academic Partnerships: We are actively fostering collaborations with leading academic institutions to advance research and development in the field of nanovaccines. By engaging experts in nanoparticles and healthcare, we aim to push the boundaries of scientific knowledge and contribute to groundbreaking discoveries. 🔬 Cutting-edge Research Initiatives: Our dedicated team of researchers is committed to pushing the frontiers of nanotechnology and vaccine development. Stay tuned for updates on our latest projects, as we work tirelessly to develop innovative solutions for global health challenges. 🌐 Global Outreach: The Nanovaccine Institute is expanding its reach on the international stage. We are forging partnerships with global organizations, fostering cross-cultural collaborations, and contributing to the worldwide dialogue on the importance of nanovaccines in public health. 🌷 Spring Research Symposium: Save the date for our upcoming 2024 Nanovax Research Symposium May 14-16! This event will bring together experts, researchers, and thought leaders to exchange ideas, share insights, and explore the latest advancements in nanovaccine research. Stay tuned for more details! 🤝 Industry Collaborations: We are actively seeking partnerships with industry leaders to accelerate the translation of our research into real-world applications. By collaborating with the private sector, we aim to bridge the gap between academia and industry, fostering innovation and bringing nanovaccine technologies to market. Join us on this exciting journey as we embark on a new semester filled with opportunities, breakthroughs, and collaboration. Together, we can make a lasting impact on global health through the power of nanovaccines! 💡🌍 #NanovaccineInstitute #SpringSemester #InnovationInScience #GlobalHealth

🎉Exciting Case Study Alert! 🎉 We are delighted to share our new case study showcasing the powerful partnership between AcademicLabs and BioRN Life Science Cluster Rhine-Neckar, and their journey in optimizing scouting services within the Life Sciences sector! https://lnkd.in/eyvRGPKm 🎯 Focus: Enhancing BioRN’s ability to locate ideal research collaboration partners and impactful conference speakers across a wide geographical reach. 🔗How: AcademicLabs facilitated a more efficient and in-depth approach, enabling BioRN to swiftly identify and understand potential research collaboration entities, including their projects and related grants! 🚀Impact: The utilization of AcademicLabs expedited and enriched BioRN’s searches, ensuring they could effectively discover and connect with potential collaborators and emerging companies. 👥Result: A solidified bridge between innovative research and industry application was crafted, boosting BioRN's capabilities in serving their member companies, and also efficiently organize value-driven conferences. Dive into the full story and how this collaboration bolstered BioRN's scouting capabilities, ensuring they remained at the forefront of connecting academia and industry! https://lnkd.in/eyvRGPKm A big thank you to stephanie fueller, Friedemann Loos, and the whole BioRN Life Science Cluster Rhine-Neckar #CaseStudy #Innovation #ResearchCollaboration #LifeSciences #Biotech #AcademicLabs #ClientSuccess

Breaking News!   We’re excited to share that after a break, we’re diving back into the exciting world of iGEM! 🌱 Of course, this wouldn't have been possible without the generous support from City University of Hong Kong.   What is iGEM? The International Genetically Engineered Machine (iGEM) competition is a global platform that celebrates the fusion of science, creativity, and innovation. Originally designed for undergraduate university students, iGEM has now expanded its horizons to include divisions for high school students, entrepreneurs, community laboratories, and even ‘overgraduates’—because learning knows no bounds!   Here’s how it works: 💡 BioBricks and Genetic Engineering: At the start of summer, student teams receive the Distribution Kit, which contains standard, interchangeable genetic components known as BioBricks. These BioBricks include promoters, terminators, reporter elements, and plasmid backbones. Armed with these building blocks, teams work in their local laboratories to engineer biological systems. They can choose to build upon existing projects or create something entirely new. 💡 Project Creation: Teams unleash their creativity, designing projects that involve multiple genes and mechanisms to regulate gene expression. The goal is to produce cells with novel and extraordinary properties. These engineered systems could revolutionize medicine, agriculture, or environmental sustainability. 💡 Annual iGEM Jamboree: At the end of summer, teams from all corners of the globe converge at the iGEM Jamboree in Paris. Here, they present their projects to each other and a panel of approximately 120 scientific judges. In each division (High School, Undergraduate, and Overgraduate), the judges honor outstanding teams by awarding medals and special prizes, including the coveted titles of Grand Prize Winner and Runner-Up. 💡 Medals and Criteria: Teams can earn medals based on specific criteria. For instance: 🥉Bronze: Submitting a new BioBrick to the Parts Registry. 🥈Silver: Documenting the functionality of a part. 🥇Gold: Achieving a proof-of-principle for their project.   So, buckle up! Our team is ready to dive into the fascinating world of synthetic biology once again. Stay tuned for updates as we embark on our iGEM journey! 🧬🌟   #iGEM #SyntheticBiology #Innovation #CityU