Science Communication

The Science Communication topic builds on the notion that with the rise of an information economy in an ever increasingly globalized world, communication has become a crucial part of a scientist’s everyday life. Effective science communication stimulates collaboration and innovation, engages the public and scientists, and promotes informed decision making across all levels of society, from governments to individuals. This topic aims to equip synthetic biologists with the skills in science communication needed to succeed as a scientist and engage with stakeholders across diverse sectors.

Contact

Share your thoughts and ideas with us scicomm@igem.org

Projects


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SynBio For LATAM

Create a Latin American (LATAM) SynBio Network to connect the region's countries under related topics. We seek to create high value connections, develop a collaboration-friendly environment, and promote diverse opportunities among the LATAM community.
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Synthesizing Synergies

Foster teamwork, boost innovation, and elevate the collective output of iGEM teams with guidance and regulation. We address uneven work distribution among team members and so much more!
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iGEMx

A platform to share your stories from around the world. The iGEM experience leads to many challenges and accomplishments that may otherwise not be highlighted during the Competition.
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Mastering Science Communication

This course is geared towards equipping scientists with the essential skills in writing, presentation, social media, illustration, and best practices needed to realize the full potential of their research and advance the intersection of science and society.
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SciComm Made Easy

SciComm Made Easy aims to explores science outside of the lab and curate relevant resources such as videos, reading material, articles, and podcasts to boost understanding of Science Communication methods and its importance to solve sustainability challenges.
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iGEM Arts Gallery

The iGEM Arts Gallery aims to build an annual bioart exhibition to showcase artworks from around the world. We want to promote new and well-established artists and their creations which impacts a specific social-cultural theme integrating synthetic biology.
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The Grand Competition Guidebook

The Grand Competition Guidebook aims to create a collection of concise resources from iGEM and the community that will help you in the better understanding of the iGEM Competition and faciliate you in navigating the process of establishing a new iGEM team.
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SynBio 101

SynBio 101 aims to democratize synthetic biology by bringing synbio educational resources to the scientists of tomorrow through frugal DIY kits, 3D lessons, modules, and free interactive videos aiming to expose younger audiences to the field at an earlier age.
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High School SynBio Summit

High School Synbio Summit aims to revitalize synthetic biology in high schools by incorporating high-school iGEM teams, alumni, and the general public through a collaborative project and bringing them together to share experiences, opportunities and resources.
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iGEMers Governance & Policy Newsletter

The GAP Newsletter aims to promote synbio governance and policy news, reflections, and overviews from iGEMers and synbio enthusiasts. It will provide the community access to the current policies, proposals, and diplomatic positions related to synbio topics.
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Careers in SciComm

A video podcast series that compiles interviews with professional science communicators working in areas such as education, consulting, digital media, entrepreneurship, policy, and many more.

Events


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SciComm Network Events

The Science Communication working group strives to provide opportunities and create resources for our community to understand and practice science communication. We are actively exploring opportunities, with groups both within and outside of the iGEM Community, to best support you through collaboration.