I'm Alvin Li, it's my second year participating in iGEM. I am an avid fan of iGEM, I even once made a speech introducing iGEM to my entire grade, not noticing that my shirt buttons were open. Luckily, my tie covered up all the open buttons and I completed my speech succesfully, raising awarness of iGEM in SHSID. I am also a junior in high school planning to major in biological engineering or syntehtic biology. My reasearch projects, Mock Trial competitions, workouts at the gym, and most importanly iGEM helped my grow alot in my high school life.

Hello everyone! I'm YaXuan, and I'm thrilled to be a part of SHSID's iGEM team this year. I've always loved exploring the different corners of biology, especially when classroom theories develop into innovative, real-world solutions that solve pressing issues. To me, synthetic biology feels like a bridge that offers tools to bring our ideas into fruition. From chaotic lab days to late-night wiki writings, this journey has been a wild ride. Though, I am confident that it is time for our team to leave a real mark, and hopefully get rid of some of this world's toxicity, too.

Hey, my name is Kevin Sun——you can call me K.S. for short. I’m currently 16 years old in the Class of 2027 in Shanghai High School International Division (SHSID). Genetics sparked my initial interests in biology. I am amazed by the mysterious and surprised how much we don’t know about this world. I started attending programs about genetic engineering and came across other subfields such as neuroscience. Though I’m not much of a know-it-all for now, I’m still on my way to exploring the world of unknown.

Hello, I'm Frank. I aspire to pursue a major in biology, preferably related to the medical sciences. My favorite subject in school is biology and psychology. I have a very varied set of hobbies. I like to play sports; I am captain of the volleyball team, I play baseball, and I play basketball. I am also a music enthusiast; I enjoy listening to indie music and am also part of a student led rock band. I like experimenting with fashion and thrifting in my free time. A fun fact about me is that I am an introvert.

I'm Sophie, an eleventh-grader that enjoys graphic design and birding in my free time. Because of this hobby, I really feel the need for us, as human beings, to protect the environment that all life thrives in. fun fact: My favorite biome is the boreal forest -- I love the smell of coniferous trees.

Hi I'm Jessica Huang, one of the wet lab team members. Throughout high school, I have been passionate about biology, specifically in human biology and bio-engineering, so I joined Igem this year. Beyond academics, I love laser shooting and skiing. In the future, I'm looking forward to pursuing further research in human biology or specializing in dentistry. In addition, I am also pretty interested in forensic science, and one of my dream professions would be a forensic biologist. One fun fact about me would be: I have a chocolate toy poodle dog and a golden axolotl as pets

Hi, I'm Grace. I love music; I play piano, flute, guitar, cello (but only sometimes), and would love to try even more. In addition to my participation in the school's wind band as the flute section leader and first chair, I am also the current leader of SciAcademy, one of the most well-established science clubs in SHSID. On the weekends, I also enjoy playing tennis or running for exercise. I have always had a fascination for studies in medicine, finding the ability to treat others a wonder.

Hello! I'm Elaine, and I love ballet, STEM, and my cat, Maomao. Ballet has been part of my life since I was four, teaching me to chase balance and discipline. At the same time, I'm passionate about STEM, specifically biology and physics. To me, dance and science are just two different ways of exploring motion, balance, and beauty.

Hey, I'm Joyce, a 10th grader who's just geniuenly excited to explore the wonders of synthetic biology. I've always been fascinated by how super complex biology and chemistry concepts could change the world around us! Can't wait to shout 'Eureka' when we finally finish our iGEM project~

Hi, I'm Jiang Zimo and I'm a rising sophomore in Shanghai High School International Division. Windsurfing and rock music are my passions - they give me a sense of freedom like nothing else. Making a positive difference for others motivates me. I'm excited to be part of this iGEM team as we use innovative solutions to make a meaningful impact.

Hi, I am Liris, a junior in SHSID. I enjoy debating, making music, and playing the cello. I'm interested academically about psychology, neuroscience, and biology, which is why I want to do igem.

Hi, I'm Amy Hong. I'm a sophomore who loves ballet, playing tennis, and listening to music. I'm curious about new things and love exploring them, especially global current affairs. I also adore cats ：）

My name is Rachel Zhao; I am currently a junior student in Shanghai Highschool International Division. My interests lie in biology and physics. In our iGEM team, I participated in wet lab experiences, hardware testing, integrated human practices, public education, visual design team, etc. Outside of the competition, I am the head of the activity department of our school STEM Doge club, where we educate our peers and the public of STEM subjects. I have a variety of hobbies, including theater performances, reading and darts. I’m full of passion for the project I participated.

Hi, I'm Alex! I'm part of the Wet Lab and SDG team. My academic interests include anatomy, physiology, and the design of gene circuits in synthetic biology. I joined iGEM because I'm passionate about applying synthetic biology to address real-world challenges while collaborating with a diverse and innovative team. I'm excited to contribute to our project and to continue learning throughout this journey.

Hii! I'm Mandi, a wet lab member from Crouton. I'm from Utah, USA, and I joined iGEM to learn more about an environmental science/biophysics research topic, as I want to broaden my experiences as a biochem student. I am interested specifically in pharmacology, which is pretty biochem, but I also love nature and enjoyed our environmental science project very much. Outside of the academic stuff, I like to run and decorate my room. A fun fact of me is how I can switch between a monolid and a double eye lid.

I am Jack, currently in my junior year in SHSID. I am interested in general biology and neuroscience, and I am currently leading a club within my school. I aspire to study neuroscience and one day "fix" humans like fixing machines

Hi everyone, my name is Sam. I'm from South Korea, and I am a rising senior at Shanghai High School International Division. I have a strong interest in biology and chemistry, which I have developed since middle school. Through the iGEM competition, I entered the realm of bioengineering, where we would select genes that we wanted and let those genes to merge with the linear plasmid that was cut under hot temperature. This also became one of the occasions that have strengthened my passion for biology, and I will continue exploring the beauty of biology in the future.

Hi! I am Jacie, a junior student at SHSID planning to study biology or psychology in university. I joined iGEM because I am passionate about genes, bacteria, and applying psychological principles to solve real world problems. My enjoy doing experiments with my team mates and as well as designing merch for our team. I have really learnt a lot from the iGEM competition and want to thank you all for giving me this chance.

Hi! I'm Anthony, a sophmore, and I'm interested in everything from neuroscience & synthetic biology to law! I'm a naturally curious person who likes to tackle on any challenge I face. In the future I hope to keep researching and stay inquisitive!

Im Victoria Li from 11-3 in SHSID IGEM team, and I am the student advisor of this team, I engaged in this project for two years, and im hoping that we have the best results this year!

Hello! My name is Jasmine, and I am a junior in Shanghai High School International Division, and while I might seem quiet at first, I am actually very passionate about participating in this year's iGEM project about resolving environmental contamination of heavy metals! In these years, my curiosity always extend beyond classrooms and school courses, and I am interested in biology, including branches such as neuroscience, molecular biology, and environmental science, so I am always willing to explore new topics, investigate in new branches of biology, and try to engage in different projects in future years. This is actually my second year attending iGEM, and I always find pleasure when I engage in the multiple academic fields we encounter in iGEM, ranging from the advanced knowledge in the wet lab to approaches to business and statistics in the dry lab. I am looking forward to the new journey in this year's iGEM ahead of me!

Hello, my name is Annie Wang. I am a senior from Shanghai High School International Division, and I am the student advisor for our team. I am inspired by my interest and passion towards the field of biology. From a young age, the diversity of organisms and complexity of life processes fascinates me. Driven by curiosity, I attended several Biology Olympiads. Preparing for the biology component, I delved into cellular life, human body structures and their functions, and genetics. Beyond academics, I created a school club that focuses on women’s health to further deepen my knowledge.

Hi, I’m Rika, a senior at SHSID. Over the past three years, iGEM has given me the incredible opportunity to connect with so many people both within and beyond school, and it has truly deepened my love for biology and the ways biotechnology can be applied in real life through entrepreneurship. This year, it’s been a real pleasure to continue my journey with iGEM in a new role—one that I’m excited to carry on even after graduation as an instructor. Supporting younger students in their exploration of biology and guiding them through iGEM brings me genuine joy. LETZ GO TEAM SHSID!

Hi, I'm Nicole, in my third year of being part of the SHSID iGEM team! In addition to meeting many people who are as passionate about biology as I am, iGEM has taught me the entire process of biotechnology being taken from concept to product in real life, which is as inspiring as it is tough. This year, I am honored to be student instructor for this team to provide what help I can with my experience. I am proud of what this year's team has already accomplished, and am excited to see what they are going on to achieve!

My name is Liao Hui. I hold a master's degree in Ecology from Fudan University. Currently, I serve as the STEM Coordinator at Shanghai High School International Division. This year, I am the PI of Team SHSID. My journey with iGEM spans eight years, a period during which I've developed a deep appreciation for its innovative spirit. I am now eager to become more deeply involved in the vibrant iGEM community. I look forward to connecting with fellow enthusiasts, exchanging ideas, and forging meaningful friendships within the broader synthetic biology family.