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"Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world." – Nelson Mandela
Our iGEM team includes people from different countries, with different cultural heritage, with different life stories and views. Some of us are already in the second year of a master's degree, while others are just finishing their bachelor's degrees. Despite our differences, we are all united by a love for science, a thirst for knowledge, and a desire to make the world a better place. That's why one of our team's top priorities was active participation in educational programs. Through our efforts, we aim to introduce people to science, delve into molecular and synthetic biology, and shed light on modern soil pollution issues and solutions.
During the year, one of the biggest projects of the Human Practices team was the making of PseudoMagazine, an exclusive backstage pass to the mesmerizing world of synthetic biology! PseudoMagazine isn't just a magazine; it's a mix of science news, innovation and the storytelling of the fantastic iGEM journey!
Our goal is to unravel the latest developments, breakthroughs, and hot topics within the field, offering readers a comprehensive understanding of this dynamic discipline and open the discussion about environmental issues and how we can solve them with, for instance, projects like PseudoDetox.
Join us on an epic voyage as we share our very own iGEM journey. Dive into the heart-pounding excitement of iGEM competitions, and let our tips and tricks guide you to victory. Whether you're an iGEM veteran or a rookie, our tales of triumph and adventure will leave you inspired and ready for your own star turn.
We're not just about delivering content; we're about creating a community! That’s why we strongly invite our readers to be part of the conversation by sharing their opinions, questions, and ideas on synthetic biology's hottest topics. Your voice matters, and together, we can shape a better future, for the next generations to come.
During this event, our team set up a stand dedicated to our project: PseudoDetox. During the whole day, we interacted with many students and professors from scientific and non-scientific fields who asked us about our project, making it the perfect occasion to shine a spotlight on PseudoDetox and share our passion for synthetic biology and the environmental cause!
To make the day even more exciting, we prepared a special quiz featuring questions about general biology, synthetic biology, and our project! Anyone passing by our stand had the opportunity to test their knowledge, encouraging curiosity and learning.
The icing on the cake? A correct answer was a key to enter our PseudoDetox t-shirt giveaway! The winner of the giveaways took home a personalized iGEM Pseudo Detox T-shirt, a token of appreciation for their enthusiasm and curiosity.
In the iGEM Sorbonne team, we're dedicated to bridging the gap between science and society. Our mission is to make the complex world of synthetic biology accessible to everyone, from experienced researchers to those taking their first steps into this exciting field!
On our Instagram account, we connect with a diverse audience, including science organizations, students, and locals who share a growing interest in the scientific world. But our commitment goes beyond our official account; our team members also leverage their personal Instagram profiles to engage with their own circle, reaching as many curious minds as possible. Regarding LinkedIn, the team uses it as a professional platform where we engage with a more mature audience who share our passion for science and innovation.
Our digital materials are tailored to empower individuals at all levels of expertise. We break down important topics such as bioremediation and synthetic biology through a blend of factual content and DIY syn-bio experiments tutorials. Our resources serve not only as an introduction for amateurs but also as a valuable resource for experts seeking deeper insights. As we strongly believe in active engagement, our posts include interactive elements like quizzes and surveys. For instance, our Bioremediation Knowledge Survey sparking our audience’s curiosity and encouraging them to participate actively in their own learning journey. This approach ensures that our educational materials resonate with teenagers and young adults, not just professionals.
As we were creating our educational materials, we kept in mind that learning should be engaging, accessible, but, most importantly, fun! That's why we've created the “7 Families of Bioremediation” card game: a unique and educational experience designed for people of all ages.
Bioremediation, a fascinating field that resolves environmental concerns with the power of natural sciences, can sometimes seem complex. So we decided to detach the 7 most important aspect of the subject and transformed them into an exciting and educational card game that the whole family can enjoy!
