Cultivarium

Empowering student innovation at iGEM with expert support.

Dive into the world of non-model microbes! Cultivarium is proud to announce our partnership with ATCC to support iGEM 2024 teams.

Applications for 2024 are now closed.

Sponsorship Package

Custom sponsorship based on impact.

1 ATCC-Sponsored StrainReceive a non-model microbe directly from ATCC’s vast strain bank.
Cultivarium Strain Characterization SupportPropel your research forward with computational support, culture screens, DNA delivery methods, and identification of molecular parts.
Cultivarium Portal AccessBrowse Cultivarium-generated data and aggregated information in our microbial Wikipedia to accelerate your research.
Three 1-hour Q&A sessions with Cultivarium ScientistsEngage with experts at the forefront of synthetic biology and tap into their wealth of knowledge to gain invaluable insights.
Spotlight on Cultivarium Social MediaGain valuable exposure and traction for your innovative work in synthetic biology with Cultivarium's extensive network.
Up to $6,000 To Support iGEM Registration FeesSpend your resources on your research!

Non-Model Organism NoveltyHighlight unique microbes that may excel as model organisms due to superior attributes compared to existing standards.
Merit and ImpactDemonstrate robust scientific foundations, defined goals, methodological clarity, and the capacity to address significant challenges within the scientific community, industry, conservation efforts, or other relevant areas.
Global Biosafety ComplianceInternational shipping feasibility, ethical considerations regarding biosafety levels of organisms, and availability of ATCC strains.

Read about the Cultivarium and ATCC partnership.

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