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Maker Faire: Building With Biology

The Maker Faire is a one day event where scientists, engineers and other “makers” gather to promote their craft to the public. We hosted a booth where the public could learn about synthetic biology. The activities we provided 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 Chrom-Q was also showcased 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?” Along with hosting our own booth we were inspired by other Makers in the Atlanta area, including the Decatur Maker Space which is opening their own DIY Bio lab. We were able to discuss opportunities for the upcoming Spring. Our iGEM team will be hosting training nights to help teach standard protocols in cloning to the interested public.

iGEM Open House

Lambert hosted an Open House at our Lab. We introduced our 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. In attendance were School Administrators, Board of Education members and representatives from local companies interested in our work.

Safety Data Sheet

Lambert iGEM was inspired by Safety Data Sheet training and created a “Cheat Sheet”, which explains how to read a MSDS. The team taught the Biotechnology classes at Lambert High School how to properly read a MSDS.

Donations to the Place

Lambert iGEM donated blankets to The Place, a nonprofit Social Service Organization that is located in Forsyth County. The blankets will be distributed to the homeless in the community. The team members also collected toothbrushes, toothpaste, and hand sanitizer to accompany the blankets.

Biotechnology Club

Lambert iGEM founded a Biotechnology Club for students interested in science. The team informed Lambert students about rudimentary principles and procedures utilized by iGEM members. Biotechnology members will have the opportunity to conduct the entire iGEM workflow.