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         teams: 'Lab & Design member',

         description: 'Cody designed this years project and helped with construction of the CRISPRi system over the summer. He is now working on constructing plasmids for the conjugation team. <br>About me: Being part of iGEM allowed me to meet some of the most driven and intelligent scientists I have ever encountered. I will never forget this experience in iGEM and those who were part of it. My interests are in science, coffee and everything else.'

         teams: 'Lab & Design member',

         description: 'Steven has helped with various aspects of the project during the fall term. Officially cordoned into the CRISPR sub-team, final stage construction and preparation for silencing assays has been his focus. <br>About me: From all around science/technology enthusiast to ‘skater punk’, my obsessions are various. Genetic engineering has a special appeal for reasons which are best summed up in a TED talk delivered by Gregory Stock: “A generation or so away… That's when we're going to begin to use this knowledge to modify ourselves. Now I don't mean extra gills or something -- something we care about, like aging.”'

         teams: 'Lab & Design member',

         description: 'Nidhi, as a returning iGEM member, has been able to help with construction on parts for the CRISPRi system throughout the summer.'

         teams: 'Lab & Design member',

         description: 'As Vivian’s first time on the lab and design team, she has been quickly developing her lab skills, working to characterize our new promoters. She has lent a helping hand to all other aspects of this years project and she has also put her creative skills into designing our banner. <br>About me: As I enter my third year in Biochemistry, I definitely found iGEM as an amazing opportunity and would love to be part of the team again. I also love to bake!'

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         teams: 'Lab & Design team lead',

         description: 'Julia is the go-to person when it comes to anything related to Lab & Design.  She was responsible for formulating the plan of attack on this years project and organized the teams to carry out their parts. When she’s not busy preparing for meetings and assigning lab duties, she’s in the lab, constructing and characterizing as many things as possible. <br>About me: Although my life for the past two years has become consumed with iGEM, I still make room for friends, movies, and cut outs of Johnny Depp. '

         teams: 'Summer lab manager',

         description: 'Emily worked in the lab around the clock during the summer –from helping design constructs, doing lab work to managing lab related chores. <br>About me: I graduated from the University of Waterloo this April and I am currently a Masters student at the University of British Columbia. This is my third year participating in the iGEM competition. During my spare time, I like hanging out with friends and play my musical instruments.  I love synthetic biology and it's been an absolute pleasure getting to know all these intelligent, hardworking young scientists around me. I am also deathly afraid of roller coasters. '

         teams: 'Lab & Design member',

         description: 'It was Sonya’s first year in iGEM and she was able to help with construction of the parts for the RNAi assays. <br>About me: I am a third year biology student and aside from school and iGEM, I enjoy playing music, archery, drawing, and learning about history.'

         teams: 'Lab & Design member',

         description: 'Reena is a returning iGEM lab member and has been helping with constructing parts for the RNAi assays over the summer.'

         teams: 'Lab & Design member',

         description: 'Radmila worked on the assembly of the RNAi and CRISPRi constructs and got all of the team's parts biobrick-ready. She has also been working on characterizing these biobricks and conducting RNAi silencing assays in E. coli. <br>About me: As a very down to earth, unnerving girl, my passions are self-contained. Keep your pipette tips clean and your attitudes up, or I’ll be there to let you know you’ve got work to do.'

         teams: 'Lab & Design member',

         description: 'As a returning member of the lab team, Rummy helped with research and construction when it came to conjugation. <br>About me: Its been 3 years since I first joined iGEM and I can't seem to get enough of it! From working with awesome young scientists to learning the intricate details of molecular biology techniques and even patience, iGEM has taught me a little of everything I can think about. Apart from iGEM I love spending time at the pool being a fish :)'

         teams: 'Human Practices & Outreach member',

         description: 'Over the summer, Linda works to help come up with ethics-related questions to address our project. She has also helped in the lab with construction of parts. <br>About me: In my third year with Waterloo iGEM, I feel so privileged to have worked with such talented people in all my roles on the team. I am in my final year of studying Biomedical Sciences with a Minor in Psychology, a Minor in East Asian Studies, and a Global Experience Certificate. When I’m not buried in schoolwork, I enjoy playing the piano, dancing, and reading; I am also always up for a good hike!'

         teams: 'Human Practices & Outreach member',

         description: 'Nathan was involved in directing and writing for the Lab Techniques video series. <br>About me: It has been a great experience to be part of the iGEM team and contribute to the project. It was exciting to help make an idea come to life. I enjoy learning other languages and I have recently started learning Spanish. Mucho gusto!'

         teams: 'Lab & Design member',

         description: 'This was Nadine’s first year joining the team and she was excited to delve into the details of the project. She also ran the Virginia Tech collaborative survey at uWaterloo as part of the Human Practices & Outreach Team. <br>About me: Adventure is my middle name! I enjoy exploring new places, eating new foods, meeting people from different cultures and more. The same can be seen in the many realms of science I have encountered minus oral consumption of new chemicals or synthetic products; they never looked appealing to me. I have explored the realms of cell culture, nanomedicine, biomaterials, chemical synthesis, and now the world of synthetic biology! iGEM is an amazing experience and I look forward to being part of iGEM next year. '

         teams: 'Mathematical Modeling team lead/ Lab & Design member',

         description: 'Ronak is the man behind the camera and editor for the Lab Techniques video series. <br>About me: I am a third year Biology student and a returning member of the iGEM team. Outside of school and work, I love reading historical fiction novels, playing tennis and am a huge soccer fan.'

         description: 'Jama is the bridge between the lab team and the modeling team. He guided the modeling team in building the current models and helped the lab team with construction and assays. <br>About me: I’m a book worm that spends his time when not reading between watching TV and hanging out with friends (preferably on a beach somewhere). '

         teams: 'Mathematical Modeling member/ Lab & Design member',

         description: 'James worked on developing the CRISPRi Silencing Model and co-led the “Agent-Based” Conjugation Model with Matt for the math team. He also helped out in the lab with the construction of the CRISPRi system. <br>About me: As a returning member of iGEM in third year of my Mathematical Physics degree, I like to spend my free time playing Ultimate and volleyball, as well as reading and playing music.'

         description: 'Assistant Director<br>Natasha helps with general operation of the team as needed.<br>About me: I am studying Engineering and love shoes! When I’m not studying, I _____'

         description: 'Suzie maintains relationships with university sponsors and balances the book for the team. She also guides the HP & Outreach team with their selected projects. <br>About me: In my final year of my bachelor’s, I decided to do everything I wanted to be a part of. So here I am being a part of a great iGEM team, learning a new language (anyone speak Spanish?!), enjoying outdoor activities and learning to dance. There is no better time than now to do what you love!'