Members

Tiger

Hi there! I’m Lichengxi, from Shenzhen, China. I’m currently leading AIS-China 2025, which basically means I’m the person making sure our HP, Education, Entrepreneurship, Academic, Modeling, Video, Art, and Wiki teams don’t drift off into different oceans (well… at least not too far).

I joined iGEM because it felt like the perfect mix of science, creativity, and chaos—and so far, it has delivered all three. Working on HullGuard with my teammates has been an oddly fun journey, especially when we dive into discussions about how to stop barnacles from attaching to ships. (Trust me, it’s more exciting than it sounds.)

Outside of iGEM, I’m a big fan of hiking, photography, and trying to cook dishes that look nothing like the pictures in the recipe books. If you see me around, feel free to say hi—I promise I don’t bite (unless you’re a barnacle).

Jaycee

Hiii, this is Jaycee from Shenzhen, China. I’m currently an 12th-grade student at AISSU. I’m part of AIS-China and act as a leader within the academic team of our iGEM project, where I contribute to exploring and developing applications of Zosteric Acid. I help streamline our experimental workflow by planning experiments, reviewing the literature, and so on. I also contribute to educational, artistic, and wiki efforts. I particularly enjoy hands-on lab work, where I turn ideas into tangible results and find solutions to unexpected challenges.

Outside the lab, I’ve been passionate about Chinese dance since childhood and enjoy listening to music, which helps me stay creative and balanced. I also like exploring new interests and challenging myself. These experiences shape how I approach both life and research: with curiosity, perseverance, and a willingness to keep learning.

Alisa

Hi, I’m Anan Tan, Academic Lead of AIS-China 2025, while also contributing to HP, Education, Business, Video and Wiki Group. I'm currently studying in Singapore. In the academic group, I keep our design–build–test loop tight—planning experiments, reviewing literature, and refining our project’s design section.

A long-standing curiosity about synthetic biology and a commitment to environmental conservation brought me to iGEM. Here I’ve grown end-to-end—from experiment design and project planning to outreach and teamwork. Outside the lab, I’m good at netball and basketball, and I also enjoy rock climbing, running, public speaking, and voice-over work. I like solving problems with clear, creative thinking. With HullGuard, my goal is straightforward: do rigorous science, explain it clearly, and help protect the ocean.

George

Hi! I’m George, a high school student from Guiyang, Guizhou, China, currently studying in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. I’m a member of AIS-China and serve as one of Leaders of the academic group. In this role, I help instructors and advisors plan academic tasks, supervise and guide teammates (officially the project’s deadline enforcer), and do my best to lead by example—when the stars align.

Within AIS-China, I’m a self-proclaimed core modeling team member, one of the public-account writers (mostly AI-assisted, just kidding), a nominal member of the edu and video groups, and the wiki liaison who happily racks up communication points. Outside of AIS, I enjoy exploring new ideas, working on creative projects, and mastering the fine art of looking busy while doing absolutely nothing.

Victoria

Hi! I’m Victoria, 16 years old and originally from Guangzhou, China. I’m in charge of Human Practices and also lead our Education efforts, constantly switching between science and science communication.

Joining iGEM has been the highlight of my year. Working with a group of passionate teammates to tackle something as oddly cool as barnacle attachment through synthetic biology has been incredibly exciting and rewarding. There’s magic in the way we turn late-night brainstorming sessions into tangible experiments, and in watching a shared curiosity bloom into something that might just make a difference.

Through HullGuard, I hope to weave synthetic biology into the fabric of ocean care—letting more people not only uncover its wonders, but carry that understanding like a tide, gently lifting a deeper love for the seas we’re striving to protect.

Paisley

Hello! My name is Paisley, and I am 15 years old. I have a strong passion for exploring business, as well as studying humanities and social sciences. I enjoy using my creative and divergent thinking to connect ideas across different fields. By joining iGEM, I hope to broaden my horizons and strengthen my ability to work collaboratively with others. Most importantly, I want to make a real contribution to ocean protection and raise awareness of synthetic biology. I am excited to learn, create, and have a positive impact together with my teammates.

Zoe

Hi, I'm Zoe—a high school student from Shenzhen, China, who has a deep obsession for biological sciences. I serve as the Leader for our Arts Team, leading my squad in transforming our project into visuals, designing our wiki, and creating illustrations. I am also a 'part-time' member of the Academic Team and took part researching and the experiments.

I joined iGEM driven by a deep curiosity for synthetic biology and a hunger to experience real-world science beyond textbooks, and being in AIS-China has given me just that. It’s been an enlightening journey where curiosity met hands-on discovery, and where abstract concepts became tangible.

Outside the lab, I am also fascinated with all kinds of narratives, from literature to films, to comics and manga:P

William

Hello everyone, I'm William from Shenzhen, China. I am currently a 10th-grade student at AISSU.As a member of the AIS-China team, I am actively participating in the iGEM competition project. I am part of the Hullguard team's Human Practices, Education, and Academic teams, while also serving as a leader in the Modeling team. Our project is dedicated to exploring and developing innovative applications of Zosteric Acid, with the goal of effectively preventing barnacles from attaching to ship hulls.

The most appealing aspect of iGEM for me is that it provides an excellent platform to transform theoretical knowledge into practical solutions.I have a strong interest in biology and particularly love hands-on laboratory work.iGEM not only allows me to deeply engage in cutting-edge biotechnology research, such as our ongoing Zosteric Acid project, but also gives me invaluable opportunities to design experiments, build models, and solve real-world problems. This perfectly aligns with my passion for exploring biological mysteries and practical experimentation.

JJ

Hi, I'm JJ, a high school student from Beijing, China, currently attending the International School Bangkok in Thailand. At AIS-China, I serve as the project lead for the wiki team. We (including chtgpt) build websites, design animations, and upload content to ensure that all of the team's work is presented clearly and engagingly to the audience and judges. I'm also a member of the academic and modeling teams, contributing to other aspects of the project.

Beyond these, I enjoy tennis, skiing, reading, and board games. I'm always curious about new things and enjoy connecting different ideas with my friends. For me, iGEM is more than just a scientific competition; it's a journey, allowing us to create our own stories through collaboration.

Alex

nihao everybody, I am Alex from Hong Kong, currently studying in Shenzhen and an 11th grader at ISNS. Currently balancing schoolwork while being a multi sport athlete in my school. I play volleyball basketball badminton and football, they are all very important to me, and these sports allow me to relax and focus on something other than studying.

I am participating iGEM for the first time this year, the reason why I wanted to join was because when I was informed last year that my school’s sciences will be offering limited practical labs, I wanted experience because I want to further study a subject related to sciences in the future, this competition allows me to experience just that.

Amelia

Hello, I’m Amelia! I’m a student excited to be part of AIS-China for iGEM 2025. I’ve been fascinated by synthetic biology and was eager to join iGEM, where I can turn my theoretical knowledge into practical exploration.

Just like every team member, I’m in the process of learning and growing. I’m delving into lab skills, trying to understand how to finish experiments flawlessly and getting better at communicating and collaborating within the team. It’s an honor to work with AIS-China this year, and I hope to contribute my efforts to our project, whether it’s collecting data, doing literature research, or helping with the experimental process.

Angel

Hi, I’m Angel, a 16 years old student from Shenzhen, currently working in the Business and Video teams of AIS-China 2025. My role mainly revolves around bridging science with strategy—designing interview frameworks, refining stakeholder engagement, and exploring how synthetic biology projects can move beyond the lab into scalable, real-world solutions.

On the Video side, I also contribute to shaping our storytelling: turning technical concepts into clear, compelling narratives that resonate with different audiences. To me, iGEM is not just about experiments, but also about showing the world why they matter—and how innovation can be both impactful and inspiring.

Eric

Hi, I'm Eric, 17 years old from Shenzhen, a member of the Business and Human Practices teams in our iGEM league. My responsibilities span from coordinating outreach initiatives and cultivating partnerships to ensuring that our project is both socially responsible and scientifically robust. This year, our team is working on the elimination of barnacle adhesion, a persistent issue that impacts ships and marine ecosystems alike. I am especially motivated by this challenge because I have a deep interest in addressing environmental concerns tied to the ocean. To me, barnacles are not just a technical nuisance but a symbol of broader marine problems that demand innovative and sustainable solutions. Through my role, I hope to bridge synthetic biology with real-world application, transforming our research into a tool that can promote cleaner seas and more efficient maritime practices.

Gavin

Hi, I'm Gavin who is a 10th grader from international dept of zhanhua high school. Talking about academy results, I regard myself of enjoying a medium result of all subject and a bit better in science subject. The reason why I attend iGEM is that I have learnt from a teacher who I respect it is not only a competition but a discussion of the issues human being are facing and finding out a series of solutions. It do not put synsaptic biology as it's only-involved subject but combining all science subject even some other together. And what really attracts me is the wide horizon it presents to me.

Harry

Hi! I’m Harry, now is 17 years old and a student from Meisha Academy. Also the member of AIS-China 2025. I have a deep passion for biology. What’s more I love sport, travelling. My goalkeeping skills are very good.(Although this is unrelated to the iGEM competition, I just want to say it.😁) Through my teacher, I knew about the iGEM competition. And I got hooked pretty quickly.

I am fortunate to participate in this competition. Because I met a team of teammates who came together because of their love for biology and experiments. We collaborated to address the problem of barnacle adhesion using synthetic biology methods. By the way, during the time I worked in the team, I learned a lot, such as experimental techniques, the use of AI tools and so on.

Last but not least, this truly was a wonderful experience. I also hope that our product (ZA) can have a positive impact on the environment.

Hugo

Hi! I’m Hugo, I am a human being and in our iGEM team. I proudly carry the title of “the bridge between science and society” — or at least, that’s what I like to tell myself at 2am while editing survey forms and planning workshops. 😅I mainly focus on Human Practices and Education, which means I ask the big questions like:“Should we build this?”, “Who will it affect?”, and “How do we explain synthetic biology without scaring people off?”

Whether it’s organizing outreach events, interviewing experts, or designing educational content that won’t put people to sleep — I’m always trying to make our science more human. Excited to learn, share, and make synthetic biology more accessible to everyone!

Ivy

Hey! I’m Ivy CHEN from iGEM AIS-China 2025, focusing on Human Practices, Entrepreneurship, and Art. As a 9th grader who grew up by the ocean, I’m passionate about using synthetic biology to tackle marine biofouling—replacing toxic paints with eco-friendly solutions. Beyond the lab, I enjoy playing the guzheng and Chinese dance.

I hope our project inspires real-world impact: cleaner ships, healthier marine ecosystems, and sustainable biotech solutions for ocean conservation!

Joey

My name is Joey, and I'm a 16-year-old student from BASIS International School Parklane Harbor, deeply concerned about our planet's future. My passion lies in climate action, and I'm driven to find my role in protecting our vulnerable environment, especially our oceans.

This is why the iGEM competition is so inspiring to me. It uniquely unites global youth, empowering us to combine our knowledge and creativity to tackle real-world problems. I am absolutely convinced that through this collaborative, synthetic biology platform, we can generate innovative and substantial solutions for marine conservation. I believe our generation has the determination to create a powerful, positive impact, and I can't wait to contribute.

Judy

Hi, I'm Judy, a high school student from Shenzhen, China. With my interdisciplinary training and passion for synthetic biology, I flourish in team-oriented settings such as iGEM. There, I took the lead as experiment leader for two weeks, coordinating primer design and driving our project’s experimental strategy. My role was pivotal in producing thorough biosafety evaluations, for which I received recognition. These experiences significantly enhanced my ability to solve problems and communicate effectively in a scientific context. I am dedicated to utilizing synthetic biology innovations to address global issues while embracing continuous learning.

Kenny

Hello! I’m Kenny, a high school student in the Ocean Explorer Program at Meisha Academy and a member of AIS-China 2025. Years of sailing have made me acutely aware of the relationship between drag and speed—repeated attention to wind, water, and small details led me to focus on ocean sustainability and antifouling/drag reduction. In HullGuard, I work on the biomanufacturing of zosteric acid (ZA) and coatings research, while bridging wet-lab work with data analysis to conduct TEA/LCA and stakeholder interviews—pushing our work from “can be made” to “can be used.” Previously, I worked on wearable respiration sensing and HPC energy-consumption modeling. These cross-disciplinary experiences trained me to validate hypotheses with data and experiments and to connect engineering with real-world needs. To me, iGEM is the journey of turning curiosity into reproducible experiments and deliverable impact.

Mia

Hello everyone, I’m Mia, a 17-year-old junior at HFl in Guangzhou, China. My concern for environmental conservation and passion for environmental science brought me to AIS-China. Since April, I’ve been participating in our HullGuard project across the academic, wiki, art, and education branches. I have contributed to the team by reviewing literature, designing and improving websites, and providing academic insights. Working with my teammates collaboratively, we discussed how to address biofouling effects and make HullGuard more impactful. I truly enjoy this process. I also took part in practical laboratory activities, gaining invaluable understanding and skills for my future studies. Through iGEM, I’ve made many friends who share my passion for exploration, further deepening my interest in environmental science and research.

Beyond academics, I am deeply passionate about singing, music, traveling, and movies. These passions keep me energized, enthusiastic, and eager to embrace new challenges.

Michael

Hey there, I'm Michael, an IB student studying in Wuhan. I'm really into playing American football and I'm currently playing wide receiver in local club WuHan Spicy. Playing football is a crucial factor for me to build my body as well as my patience and persistence.

My initial motivation for joining AIS-China is to broaden my horizons in the field of synthetic biology. After joining the team and working together with my fellow teammates, however, it's more than synbio. I learned to make CG, efficiently read essays, surprisingly learned about bioformatics, and, most importantly, accept my mistakes and reflect on them. All in all, I had a great experience with my AIS fellas both online and in lab. Let's keep working hard💪