The Maker Faire is a two day event where scientists, engineers and other “makers” gather to promote their craft to the public. We partnered with the Atlanta Science Festival in hosting the venue where the public could learn about synthetic biology. The events we hosted were from a kit provided by Building with Biology, a foundation dedicated to the education of synthetic biology to the public. Lambert iGEM informed the public about synthetic biology utilizing models of ClpXP demonstrating its function in protein degradation. The Chrome-Q was also shown as a cheaper option to the plate reader for underfunded labs. In addition, we asked the children that stopped at the Lambert iGEM booth ”why are you interested in science?” We could not have hosted this event without the support of Atlanta Science Festival who hosted and provided us with materials.

Lambert iGEM introduced its 2017 project to companies, parents, and students in our community. Individuals were able to conduct lab protocols and work on lab techniques such as gel electrophoresis and micropipetting. Furthermore, Lambert iGEM held a banquet for Lambert iGEM graduates.

A member of Lambert iGEM, Lauren Hong, gave a Ted-Ed presentation about iGEM, as well as Lambert's current iGEM project, and ways the project could be improved. Over 100 people listened live to her presentation, and her presentation broadcasted on Ted-Ed's Youtube channel. The presentation given is embedded below.