BioGENEius Challenge
Overview
The Iowa BioGENEius Challenge is coordinated by the Iowa Biotechnology Association (IowaBio). Local Iowa students in grades 9 through 12 can compete in the Iowa BioGENEius Challenge, which is held in conjunction with the annual State Science and Technology Fair of Iowa (SSTFI) in Ames.
To participate in the Iowa BioGENEius Challenge, you must:
- Be performing biotechnology research, which is defined as "the use of the knowledge of biological systems to produce goods and services”
- Be conducting an individual project – team projects not accepted
- Be an Iowa student in grades 9 through 12
- Participate in State Science and Technology Fair of Iowa (details below)
- Follow the Rules & Guidelines and meet the International competition criteria
State Science and Technology Fair of Iowa Details
Location: Hilton Coliseum, Iowa State University Campus, Ames, Iowa
Judging Date: Thursday, March 28, 2019
www.sciencefairofiowa.org
The winner of the Iowa BioGENEius Challenge will receive travel and accommodations to compete against other regional winners at the International BioGENEius Challenge. They will also receive an IowaBio SSTFI College Scholarship in the amount of $2,000 if the student attends college in the state of Iowa and $1,000 if they attend college out of state.
Four runner-ups will also be awarded with an IowaBio SSTFI College Scholarship in the amounts and criteria listed above.
International BioGENEius Challenge Details
When: June 2-5, 2019
Where: BIO International Convention, Philadelphia, PA
https://convention.bio.org/2019
Judging Opportunities
Would you like to be at judge at the Iowa BioGENEius Challenge on March 28th or at the International Competition in Philadelphia this June? Let Melissa Moyer know by contacting her at melissa@iowabio.org or 515-494-9242.
Want to share this event with a student or colleague? Download the flyer! If you have any other questions, please contact:
Melissa Moyer
Associate Director
Iowa Biotech Association
900 Des Moines Street
Des Moines, Iowa 50309
melissa@iowabio.org
515-494-9242
