International Genetically Engineered Machine
Preferred Abbreviation: iGEM
Fall 2020 Organization President: Madhu Prakash
Description: iGEM is an organization that focuses on the field of synthetic biology. We have one to two meetings where we either talk about topics related to synthetic biology, or work on projects. We also have a weekly lab module that allows members to learn critical lab techniques and skills. Everything learned during the school year is used in the summer as part of the iGEM competition. Interested members can apply to participate in this competition as a paid intern, where they will create a project using synthetic biology that advances the field.
Website: https://2019.igem.org/Team:Purdue
Requirements for Joining: iGEM is open to everyone, however there is a $20 due in order to participate in our lab modules.
Approximate weekly time commitment: 3 hours/week
Type of organization: Our organization is competition based we have a team design a project for the iGEM competition.
Disciplines of engineering involved: ALL OF THE ABOVE