iGEM Jamboree 2026
The 2026 iGEM Grand Jamboree (Nov 13‑16, Paris) is a four‑day synthetic‑biology expo featuring a massive exhibition space (≈25,000 m²) with 50+ external exhibitors and 400+ project booths across 15 themed Villages. Attendees span academia (68%), startups (15%), industry (12%) and government/NGO (5%). Key exhibit categories include: • BioInnovation Fair – live pitches from cutting‑edge SynBio startups; • iGEM Competition – 400+ student teams showcasing solutions to global challenges; • Responsibility Conference – ethics, safety and security discussions; • SB 8.0 Conference – thought‑leader panels on advances and future directions; • BioInnovation Summit – biotech commercial strategies with investors and industry leaders. The event hosts 9 stages, 500+ sessions, 200+ speakers from 50+ countries, and 200+ volunteers. Villages act as topic‑centered hubs, each with dozens of booths highlighting specific research areas. The jamboree blends scientific showcase, policy dialogue, and startup networking to shape the future of synthetic biology.
Register for entry or booths
Venue Map and Hotels Around
Paris - Paris Convention Centre, Île-de-France, France