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CBS 60 Minutes aired a segment highlighting Lambert iGEM's groundbreaking Lyme disease research. The nationally televised feature showcased how high school students are pushing the boundaries of synthetic biology to develop innovative diagnostic tools.
The segment brought unprecedented visibility to the team's work, inspiring a new wave of interest in synthetic biology education at the high school level across the country.
Team Lancet competed at the 2025 iGEM Grand Jamboree in Paris, France, presenting their innovative research on the world's biggest stage for synthetic biology.
As one of the few high school teams at a competition with 400+ teams from 40+ countries, Lambert iGEM once again proved that high school students can produce world-class research.
Lambert iGEM earned a prestigious Gold Medal at the 2024 Grand Jamboree for Project Shield. The team's innovative bioengineered solutions impressed judges, demonstrating exceptional scientific rigor and real-world impact.
Project Shield represented a breakthrough in the team's approach to synthetic biology problem-solving, combining advanced genetic circuit design with practical applications that addressed genuine community needs.
Lambert iGEM was founded through the vision of the Bhamla Lab at Georgia Tech and Mark Standeven, who saw the potential for high school students to participate in world-class synthetic biology research. Their combined support launched one of the few American high school iGEM teams.
Dr. Saad Bhamla's lab at Georgia Tech provided the scientific foundation, mentorship, and lab access that made it possible for high schoolers to compete alongside university teams from around the world. Mark Standeven championed the program within the school system, securing the institutional support needed to make it a reality.
Through educational workshops, synthetic biology camps, and community science events, Lambert iGEM has reached over 500 students across Georgia, inspiring the next generation of scientists.
From hands-on DNA extraction demos to interactive presentations on genetic engineering, the team's outreach programs have become a cornerstone of their mission to democratize science education.
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