OUR TEAM
Pylori Shield
Leader
ZHANG SHIQI
Hi! I'm Vicky Shiqi Zhang, currently devoting myself to language learning. Since I was a child, I have always been deeply interested in biology, medicine and psychology. I am particularly fascinated by the IHP content of iGEM, which is why I joined the dry lab team. Since participating in iGEM, through intensive offline activities and various data analysis tasks, I have once again had the opportunity to delve deeply into this fascinating field of biology and explore the integration of biology with society across multiple disciplines. I hope our project can make contributions to society that only biology can offer. I am extremely grateful to all my teammates who have supported me, and I am once again thankful to iGEM for providing us with this invaluable opportunity to turn our ideas into reality. Love you all!
WU YUECONG
Hi, I'm Clair, now attending a school in Virginia, US. My hobbies are playing volleyball, tennis, badminton and softball. For academic aspect, I hope i can major in Sports management and Sport and Exercise Rehabilitation when i go to university. I'm interested in how to make a product influencial and help people. IGEM is my first competition and i think it's a great beginning for me, I learned how to create a business proposal, how to concentrate for a long period of time, and communication. I hope i will be able to do more competitions like IGEM in the future.
HU RUOYING
Hihi! I'm Rowena Hu from Qingdao No.2 High School. My friends call me a 'creative explorer'—I'm obsessed with art, books, electric guitar (yes, I can rock some riffs!), photography, and wandering new places. But beneath all that, biology steals my heart! iGEM became my gateway to synthetic biology—where I finally got to dirty my hands in the lab, turn wild ideas into real experiments, and see a project through from design to (hopefully) cool results. Now I'm hooked! I dream of diving deeper into biochem, molecular bioengineering, or biomedicine in college. Super thrilled to be part of this team—let's make some science chaos together and (fingers crossed) something awesome!
BAI QINRAN
Hello everyone, I'm Bai Qinran, from Beijing No. 80 Middle School. I have a passion for biology and physics, and I aspire to pursue a career in the field of bioengineering in the future. I enjoy the process of personally exploring the scientific world through hands-on experiments in the laboratory, which is also the reason why I participate in iGEM. I hope that while researching specific projects, I can consolidate my basic biological knowledge and apply it more flexibly to solve real-life problems.
XU XIAOYI
My interests are Biology, cartoon, and archery. I am glad to participate in IGEM 2025 and looking forward to having many fun moments throughout the competition. I will do my best to support our team and win some prizes!
SOPHIA JIANG
Hi! I'm Sophia Jiang, and I am from Oak Park High School, California. I love everything related to biology, and am always ready to explore new subjects and ideas. In my free time, one of the things I enjoy is music, whether it is playing bass in my local orchestra, listening to music while hiking, or playing piano while singing. I am extremely grateful to be able to participate in the 2025 iGEM competition, because not only has it given me a rare lab research experience, it provided me the chance to explore other topics such as business planning and finance. I really like how we got ourselves involved with the real world and positively impacted people through our public engagement.
ZHANG MINGCHENG
Hi, I'm Mingcheng Zhang, a high school student from Beijing Normal University High School. Since childhood, I've had a keen interest in biology, though it was initially confined to the macroscopic level: what insects look like, how plants grow. As my studies progressed, my understanding of biology briefly touched upon the microscopic level. Entering high school, I participated in the British Biology Olympiad (BBO), further learning about biology's applications across various societal aspects. I also participated in laboratory-based learning about organoids. These experiences deepened my interest in biology, strengthened my resolve for in-depth biological study, and solidified my belief that biology offers a unique perspective for understanding the world, linking macroscopic phenomena with complex molecular mechanisms. During my iGEM experiment, I immersed myself in experimental exploration, from the challenges of DNA extraction to the excitement of successful protein function verification. I am honored to join the iGEM family and hope to ignite more innovative sparks here through collaboration.
Dry Members
YUAN JIAQI
Hi everyone! I'm Jiaqi Yuan, a sophomore from Shandong, China. I'm absolutely thrilled to be participating in iGEM for the very first time – it feels like an incredible adventure just starting! Beyond academics, I have two passions that shape my world. I love Python programming – the challenge of solving problems and creating with code fascinates me. On the flip side, I find deep cultural connection and peace playing traditional instruments: the Guzheng and the Guqin. One of the things I'm most excited about is the chance to meet and collaborate with all of you, brilliant minds from across the globe. I can't wait to learn from each other, share ideas, and dive into the amazing science of synthetic biology together. I'm eager to contribute my skills, soak up knowledge, and make this journey unforgettable. Let's create something great! Thanks!
ZHANG ZILIN
Good day, everyone! I'm Zhang Zilin, a student from Grade 10 at Beijing Haidian Foreign Language Experimental School. I've harbored a profound interest in business since childhood. Since entering high school, I've participated in numerous in-school business-related activities, including the self-made promotional project for SDG. Through this activity, I've acquired a vast amount of business knowledge, encompassing knowledge about business and economic development as well as interdisciplinary integration. During this process, I've come to a profound realization that business is an extremely comprehensive discipline that can integrate with various other disciplines, offering a unique perspective for us to understand the world. After participating in the International Genetically Engineered Machine Competition (iGEM), through intensive literature sorting, data writing, and material production, I've once again had the opportunity to delve deeply into the fascinating realm of the interdisciplinary integration between biology and business. I've also gained an understanding of how biology integrates with society among many other disciplines. I sincerely hope that our project can showcase the value of biology to society. I'd like to express my heartfelt gratitude to all my supportive teammates. I'd also like to thank iGEM once again for providing us with this precious opportunity to turn our ideas into reality.
WANG YISEN
Hello, my name is Yisen Wang, a student at Shandong Experimental High School. As a proud member of the dry lab team, I specialize in integrating scientific innovation with strategic thinking. With a strong interest in economics and business, I focus on market research, business modeling, and stakeholder analysis to explore how synthetic biology can thrive beyond the lab. I enjoy turning scientific ideas into sustainable impact. Outside the lab, you'll often find me diving into behavioral economics, stock investment, or exploring the intricate dynamics of political finance.
WANG MIAOLIN
Hi, I am Miaolin (Carrie) Wang from Yinghua Academy Of Tianjin. I am very happy to join IGEM because this is a good chance for me to improve my communication skills.
XIE JIAZHAO
Hi! My name is Jason Xie, and I'm currently a high school junior at Hamden Hall Country Day School in Connecticut. I'm very interested in both biology and business, and I enjoy exploring different experiences that help me grow in and outside of school. At school, I am an active member of the choir and sing in the bass section. I've never missed a concert or competition. I am also part of the varsity wrestling team and have competed for two years, which has taught me a lot about teamwork and perseverance. Joining iGEM has been an exciting and meaningful experience for me. I saw this project not only as a competition, but also as a great platform to challenge myself and improve. Throughout the project, I tried my best to support my teammates, help organize tasks, and motivate the group to reach our goals. This experience has made me more confident, and I look forward to facing more challenges and pushing myself further in the future.
GUO SHIZE
Hi,I'm Walter, I'm currently studying at Ridley College, Toronto. I like to play basketball and badminton. I play the piano since I was 5 years old, and And have achieved ABRSM grade 8. I am an optimistic and cheerful person, some people may think that I am not approachable when they see me for the first time, but after getting familiar with me, you will find that I am a very interesting person. This IGEM activity is very meaningful to me, I not only make a lot of friends, but also learn a lot of knowledge, I also improve my learning ability, and also let me see my potential, and what I love what the future direction of development. I would like to thank my teachers and classmates and wish us all the best!
LI CHANGJIE
Hi everyone, I'm Larry Li from St. Jude's Academy in Canada. I joined the iGEM Dry Lab team to apply my business investment experience to project strategy and commercial potential development. As a passionate skier, I've learned perseverance and performing under pressure—skills crucial for our iGEM journey.I'll give it my all and work closely with the team to make our project shine!
Wet Members
ZHU JIAXIN
Hi, I'm Jiaxin Zhu from Xi'an Liangjiatan International School. I love animations, comics, and games, or any wonderful fiction stories. This greatly benefits me as they fosters my inspirations and creativeness. I demonstrated my creativeness through my favorite form, art. And in order to improve my drawing, I learnt about many skills by myself, including human body structures, bringing me a huge interest towards biology. There is also an another reason: since young, I'm influenced by one of my family member who was a forensic doctor, and holds a great interest in biology and chemistry. I'm glad that my iGEM experience provided me a stage for me to learn, to contribute my knowledge and my effort, and to cooperate effectively and peacefully with others.
GE YIHAO
I'm Ge Yihao, a student passionate about synthetic biology and biomedical research. I participated in the 2025 iGEM competition, focusing on nanobody-based therapy for Hp. I aim to study bioengineering to pursue advanced research in gene editing. My optimism and resilience help me overcome challenges, both in experiments and life.
YAN LIJIE
Hi! I am Joyce Yan and I am a junior from Cushing Academy of MA. I am strongly interested in biology and biotechnology field and took part in USABO of my own. All the experiences led me to consider the depth of biology, and that's why I decided to participate in iGEM Program. As a team member of iGEM, i obtained an opportunity to utilize sophisticated instruments and studied professional knowledge of biology field. With the assistance of other team members, we successfully constructed synthesized plasmids against Helicobacter Pylori. Thanks to my team and the iGEM Competition, the time and journey of genetic engineering during the experiment are the best experience I have ever felt.
YANG ZHIYUAN
I'm Yang Zhiyuan （Frank）. I come from the Dalton Academy of Peking University High School. I like to play basketball and I'm very interested in and passionate about molecular biology and biochemistry. That's why I joined the iGEM 2025 project and conducted a real scientific experiment. This experiment kindled my love for biology in my heart and illuminated the path and goals ahead of me. I believe I will continue to do experiments in the future.
ZHU ZIYAN
Hello everyone, I'm Zhu Ziyan. I'm currently studying at an international school in Nanjing. As a member of the wet-lab team in our school's iGEM team, I led several experiments from DNA assembly to protein characterization. During our teamwork, we repeatedly optimized protocols and solved technical problems. This experience not only enabled me to master practical skills in synthetic biology but also made me realize the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in solving real-world problems - for instance, our project of using engineered bacteria to degrade microplastics showed me the potential of biotechnology in promoting sustainable development. In the future, I hope to delve deeply into the intersection of biology and engineering, transforming scientific exploration into practical impact. I look forward to collaborating with like-minded partners to contribute the creativity and strength of the younger generation to human health and environmental protection!
LIU XINQI
Hi everyone! My name is Kitty Liu, I'm a junior in high school and a member of the Pylori Shield. I have a strong passion for biology, especially in areas like molecular biology. In this year's IGEM competition, I truly experienced working in a laboratory, gaining new knowledge and skills outside the curriculum. Meanwhile, I met a lot of new friends who have the same interests as me. I'm so excited to learn with them and grow together through this experience. This is going to be a remarkable experience!
NIE QIXUAN
Hello everyone, I'm Qixuan (Michael) Nie, I like to play basketball and golf and currently go to The Village School in Houston, Texas. I've always had a passion in biology and the through this iGEM experience I have learned more about working in a lab and made me enjoy biology even more. I am looking forward to the even more biology experiences.
LI ZIMO
I am Zimo Li, a student from the high school affiliated to Beijing Normal uniersity AP. I have an immense passion for biology. It is a great honor to be part of our team, and throughout the preparation for the iGEM competition, I have gained profound biological knowledge and unforgettable memories.
DAI PEIYAO
My name is Lyra. I'm from affiliated high school of Peking University. It's a great honor to join the iGEM wet team. I have a great passion for biology . Outside of science, I love traveling to new places and experiencing diverse cultures. My camera is my constant companion, as I enjoy capturing the beauty of nature and unique moments during my trips. I'm honored to collaborate with the team, contribute to our project, and learn through this amazing experience.
WU PEIRAN
I'm Prince wu from BNDS, I'm passionate in the study of synthetic biology and marine biology. Currently, I'd already finish conducting several experiments correlated to these fields, including this 2025 IGEM program. I'd plan to major in synthetic biology for my college study to engage in more advanced experiments. The faith I always keep is being optimistic and flexible. These types of features help me to endure failure in experiments and live.
SHI YANGYI
Hi, I'm Abby，I'm from Beijing number eight school. I am very happy to join iGEM this time because I am very interested in biology and medicine . I like playing clarinet and swimming. I also like animals. IGEM is a highly professional team. I will actively participate in various experiments and look forward to becoming good friends with everyone in the future, working together towards our goals.
WANG ZEFANGYUAN
Hello everyone! I am a student from China in grade 10, and I am planning to go to Canada to study in grade 11. (王泽方圆) Since childhood, I have had a strong interest in biology and chemistry. During my junior and senior high school years, I often participated in various academic and club activities related to biochemistry. Through these experiences, I gained a preliminary understanding and knowledge of biology. These experiences strengthened my belief. Biology offers a unique perspective for observation, seamlessly connecting macroscopic phenomena with precise molecular mechanisms. Therefore, in high school, I participated in the iGEM biosynthesis competition. As a member of the wet laboratory team of iGEM, I devoted myself fully to experimental practice, such as DNA assembly and protein purification. I acquired practical skills in synthetic biology and learned how to implement a series of processes from design to implementation. This experience made me deeply understand the importance of biology in scientific research and life.
LI MIJUNHE
Hello everyone, I'm William, an enthusiastic beginner in biological science. I'm very fond of playing badminton. I hope that through our experiment on Escherichia coli this time, I can gain more insights and help open up more possibilities for humanity in the research on Escherichia coli. This iGEM has allowed me to learn a great deal. During this activity, I have not only gained experimental and team experience but also feel honored to be a member of iGEM. I wish us all better results. Thank you all!
JI RUIYANG
Hi! I'm Ryan (Ruiyang) Ji from Capital Normal University High School in Beijing. A volleyball enthusiast and pop music lover, I'm thrilled to join this iGEM team. Through this journey, I've gained invaluable synthetic biology knowledge, innovative methods, and fresh perspectives. The competition has not only offered me a rare chance to explore future career paths but also deepened my passion for biology. I'm inspired to study harder and contribute meaningfully to our project. Most importantly, I believe our teamwork will forge lasting friendships and lead us to outstanding results. Let's make this an unforgettable experience together!
JI ZHIYU
Hello, I'm Zhiyu (Kevin) Ji, I'm a rising Sophomore in 'Iolani School, Hawaii. I like playing chess and I play flute in our school concert band. This is my first time participating in a complex, collaborated synthetic biology project, abd It's very fun to explore deep in this topic. I'm glad that the iGEM competition offers me a chance to do so, and I will do my best contributing to our team and learn through of this experience.
ZHANG HANBO
Hello, I am zhang Hanbo. I am from Shanghai world foreign language academy (WFLA). I am interested in chemistry and physics. I love conducting various scientific experiments, and IGEM just happens to provide a good experimental platform that can offer me rich experimental experience. I believe this can lay the foundation for my future scientific research.
YUAN RUORAN
I'm Yuan Ruoran, and I'm currently an American high school student in the eleventh grade and the twelfth grade. My main hobby is music. I usually like to learn music theory, play the piano, electric guitar, acoustic guitar, and some wind instruments. I am currently focusing on the scientific research of the iGEM competition. The topic is the treatment of Helicobacter pylori based on nano-antibodies. My goal is to be admitted to UC University, but there is no clear target major at present, so this is an attempt for me.
Advisor
CUI LANXIN
Hi! I’m Lanxin Cui, Since childhood, I’ve harbored a deep fascination for biology. In high school, I further explored this passion by participating in the British Biology Olympiad (BBO)，where I delved into diverse biological concepts—from foundational theories to cutting-edge advancements. This experience reinforced my belief that biology offers a unique lens to understand the world, bridging macroscopic phenomena with intricate molecular mechanisms. As a wet lab member of our iGEM team，I immersed myself in intensive experiments, from DNA assembly to protein characterization. Collaborating with teammates to troubleshoot protocols and optimize results, I gained hands-on skills in synthetic biology while witnessing how interdisciplinary approaches shape real-world solutions. This journey deepened my appreciation for translating biological knowledge into societal impact.
