{"id":241033,"date":"2025-09-09T11:16:25","date_gmt":"2025-09-09T08:16:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vuf.lt\/?post_type=projects&p=241033"},"modified":"2026-01-14T14:57:42","modified_gmt":"2026-01-14T12:57:42","slug":"igem2025","status":"publish","type":"projects","link":"https:\/\/vuf.lt\/en\/projects\/igem2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Support for the 2025 Vilnius-Lithuania iGEM VU Young Scientists’ Team"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Vilnius-Lithuania iGEM<\/strong> team invites you to support the participation of young scientists from Vilnius University (VU) in the prestigious international synthetic biology competition iGEM<\/strong> (International Genetically Engineered Machine).<\/p>\n

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What is iGEM?<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n

iGEM is the world\u2019s largest international synthetic biology competition, bringing together young talents from across the globe.<\/strong> Each year, around 400 teams from more than 65 countries participate, applying their knowledge of biology, engineering, computer science, and mathematics to find and create solutions to the most pressing global and\/or local problems<\/strong> – presenting them in Paris after 10 months of intensive preparation.<\/p>\n

This competition is unique in that students not only work in the lab but also actively engage in public outreach<\/strong>, break stereotypes, and introduce the possibilities of synthetic biology to both younger generations and adults. The aim is to highlight that science is relevant to everyone and present in our daily lives.<\/p>\n

In developing their ideas, teams collaborate closely with scientists, business partners, and other key stakeholders. They strive to ensure that their innovations are not only theoretical solutions but also address real societal needs<\/strong>. This partnership helps contribute to a more sustainable future \u2014 tackling challenges like climate change, plastic pollution, sustainability, and more.<\/p>\n

Now in its 22nd year, iGEM continues to promote scientific progress, unite knowledge across disciplines, and inspire young scientists to become change-makers. Participants become not only the authors of innovative projects but also help shape society\u2019s perception of science. Learn more about the competition \u2192 igem.org<\/a><\/p>\n

This year, the Vilnius-Lithuania iGEM<\/strong> team is representing Lithuania for the 11th time. So far, Lithuanian teams have demonstrated impressive results \u2014 winning gold medals every year and twice being recognized as the best in the world.<\/p>\n