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Concordia University's iGEM Synthetic Biology Team. Project inspiration video: https://youtu.be/qL

This is the official page for Concordia University's International Genetically Engineered Machines (iGEM) competition. In this competition we (undergraduates of biology and engineering) attempt to design and put into practice out-of-the-box creations using biological cells and their genomes as a medium. We present our two-year project: AstroBio and AstroYeast

AstroBio, open-source database for gene expression in microgravity & AstroYeast, resistant strains to microgravity-induced stress. Advances in synthetic biology, including cellular agriculture, enable the sustainable production of food on Earth. However, in-space biomanufacturing, for which maintaining cultures in bioreactors for extended periods is essential, has proved challenging. Microgravity induces global changes in gene expression profiles, triggering stress responses in cells. For example, Saccharomyces cerevisiae exhibits stress responses characterized by aberrant cell polarity, budding, and separation, which affects cell growth and productivity in space. There is also a lack of bioinformatics tools for microgravity researchers. To fill this gap, we developed AstroBio, an open-source database compiling literature findings on microgravity-induced gene expression changes in different model organisms. The database informs our development of AstroYeast, yeast strains that are resistant to microgravity-induced stress. This will be done in a high-throughput manner either by strain adaptive evolution, or genome-wide overexpression and knockdown screens. AstroYeasts can be used to sustainably and renewably produce nutrients in space under microgravity conditions. Astroyeast is a contribution to the explorations that could one day make space our home!

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09/27/2026

The event hosted at 4th Space last Friday, «Life, Edited: Genetic Engineering at Concordia», was one to remember.
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We are grateful for everyone who attended the panel, booths and Trivia, and a special thank you to our lunch sponsor, Poulet Rouge, located on rue Sainte-Catherine Ouest.

09/25/2026

Every contribution to our student-led team supports the research behind our project and helps us represent Concordia at the Grand Jamboree in Paris.
We’re truly grateful to everyone who is helping bring this project to the international stage.
Thank you for being part of our journey! Learn more through the link in our bio.

Chaque contribution à notre équipe étudiante soutient les travaux de recherche derrière notre projet et nous aide à représenter Concordia au Grand Jamboree à Paris.
Nous sommes profondément reconnaissants envers toutes les personnes qui nous permettent de faire rayonner ce projet sur la scène internationale.
Merci de faire partie de notre aventure! Pour en savoir plus, consultez le lien dans notre bio.

09/21/2026

S. Aureus is a gram-positive bacterial species that is found on human skin and inside the nasal canal. This bacterium is only harmful once inside the body, causing a staph infection. A local infection can present as a pimple, but once in the bloodstream, S. Aureus can cause endocarditis, pneumonia, osteomyelitis and sepsis. Infections are usually treated with antibiotics, although some strains are antibiotic-resistant (MRSA).

09/10/2026

Don’t lose your lid! Here’s a little behind-the-scenes chaos featuring one very determined wizard hat… and our resident mascot, Gramlin! For our full presentation video, check it out through the link in our Bio!
Accrochez votre chapeau! Petit chaos des coulisses avec un chapeau de sorcier super déterminé… et notre mascotte, Gramlin! Envie de voir la vidéo au complet? Le lien est dans notre Bio!

09/04/2026

iGEM Zumba is back!!

Join us for a high-energy Zumba workout class led by Pamela Saba, with all proceeds going toward helping our team represent Concordia University at the world's largest synthetic biology competition!

Whether you're a seasoned Zumba enthusiast or looking to take your first class, everyone is welcome, no experience needed!

Sign up now using the link in our Bio, or the QR code above!

📍 Location: Le Gym Studio C, EV Building, Concordia University
📍 Address: 1515 Ste-Catherine Street West, Montreal, QC
⏰ Date: September 12th, from

Le ZUMBA-thon est de retour !

Joignez-vous à nous pour un cours de Zumba plein d'énergie, animé par Pamela Saba, dont tous les profits serviront à aider notre équipe à représenter l'Université Concordia lors du plus grand concours de biologie synthétique au monde !

Débutant·e ou habitué·e des cours de Zumba, tout le monde est le bienvenu, aucune expérience requise !

Inscrivez-vous dès maintenant grâce au lien dans notre Bio, ou en scannant le code QR ci-dessus !

📍 Lieu : Le Gym, Studio C, Pavillon EV, Université Concordia
📍 Adresse : 1515, rue Sainte-Catherine Ouest, Montréal, QC
⏰ Date : 12 septembre, de 11h - 12h

09/01/2026

From the precious stones found deep in the ground to the medicines that cure our ailments, molecules are the cornerstone of everything organic and inorganic alike. For that, they deserve some appreciation. Comment your favourite molecule below! ⚛️

Des pierres précieuses enfouies dans les profondeurs de la terre aux médicaments qui soignent nos maux, les molécules sont la base de tout ce qui est organique et inorganique. Elles méritent donc qu’on leur rende hommage. Partagez votre molécule préférée dans les commentaires ci-dessous! ⚛️

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08/31/2026

B. Subtilis is an aerobic gram positive bacterial species that was first discovered in the mid-twentieth century (namely strain 168). Due to its rapid growth and spore-forming capabilities, it has become a model organism in research and laboratory settings. B. Subtilis was one of the first bacterial species to be genome sequenced, and remains one of the best-characterized gram-positive species in existence.
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08/24/2026

New equipment = best feeling ever 🔬

08/20/2026

Who can relate? 🧪🦠🙂

11/16/2025

2025 Grand Jamboree Dump at Paris ✨

Toatsbuster: no gold, but vibes were undefeated 😂

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