Sheraton room block extension!

Due to issues with the booking website, the Sheraton Boston has extended their booking deadline. Jamboree attendees now have until October 13 at 5:00PM EDT to book hotel rooms at the Sheraton.

Remember to book by the deadline to save $150 per room.

• Sheraton Boston (preferred hotel, attached to Hynes Convention Center)
• Deadline: October 13 extended!
• Rates: $199 - $279 USD
• Booking code: iGEM
• Booking website: booking link

Additional details can be found on the hotel information page.

NOTE: if you have issues booking through the website, please send a screenshot of the error to HQ [at] iGEM [dot] org.

poster guidelines

Be sure to look at the poster guidelines and judging requirements and keep them in mind as you begin creating your team poster! Information about the expected components, evaluation criteria, and the judging process can be found on the Poster Guidelines page.

iGEM Community page

Check out the iGEM 2014 Community page! If you have news, events, team videos, etc., that you would like to share with the rest of the iGEM community, email us at: hq (at) igem.org!

We've recently added community contributions from:

Design your team banner!

This year you can design a team banner and we will print for you!
The banners will be displayed at the Giant Jamboree for everyone to see. Banner designs are due October 13, and more details are available on the Banner page.

Next Safety Office Hours: September 29 / Check-Ins due October 1

Do you have questions about Check-Ins, or any other topics related to safety in iGEM? Join kelly_igem on Skype for Safety Office Hours!

• Monday, September 29, 12:00 noon EDT
• Monday, September 29, 21:00 EDT

Remember that you should submit any necessary Check-Ins by October 1. Please send a Check-In for any organism or part that is not on the White List. If you start using a new organism/part at any time, even after October 1, you can submit a Check-In at that time.

Measurement data due

For teams participating in the interlab study, please note that your measurement data is due this Friday September 19! For a full list of requirements and extra credit opportunities, check out the interlab study page!

The complete Calendar of Events is also available for viewing.

Game Room at Giant Jamboree

‪If you've developed any games this year, let us know! There will be a Game Room at the ‎Giant Jamboree‬ for you to showcase them!

Email us for more info: hq (at) igem (dot) org

Interested in working at iGEM Headquarters?

We have several positions available. Come to the iGEM Headquarters Jobs information session and sign up for an interview time slot at the Giant Jamboree. See the Jobs page for details on positions available and feel free to contact us for more information.