Author: Device Dude

  • Science Comes Full Circle

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    Fourteen years ago, BioBuilder started with a simple idea: help students do real science while they are in high school, and they will build an appetite for college and careers in biotechnology. Since then, 87,000 students and teachers have walked through the doors. To celebrate BioBuilder’s 14th birthday, we’re sharing stories of students who are…

  • BioBuilder Programs Kick Off the Academic Year

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    At BioBuilder, back to school season means “back to our regularly scheduled programming!” Check out the BioBuilder programs that are getting underway for the 2025-2026 academic year – along with some exciting changes that will make this an extra-special year for BioBuilder students!

  • A Remarkable Day at ETSU!

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    ETSU hosted a special meeting of National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology (NSCEB). The Commissioners wanted to learn more about East Tennessee’s biotechnology hub and how regional stakeholders are supporting its continued growth, including workforce education.

  • It’s Summertime and the Learning is Good!

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    It’s mid-summer here in the northern hemisphere, and while students and teachers are enjoying the sun and warm weather, some are finding time to squeeze in a bit of BioBuilder learning too!

  • BioTechBuilder Teacher Training is on the Move!

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    BioBuilder’s newest curriculum, BioTechBuilder, has been making waves since its launch last summer. This impact is possible thanks to the teachers who are determined to bring life-changing STEM learning to their students.

  • No Real Endings, Only More Beginnings!

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    The month of May included a completion (not an ending!) and a new start in the BioBuilder world. Check out these stories!

  • Building the Biotechnology Workforce: A National Priority

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    The ai + biotechnology summit in DC brought together innovation and biotechnology leaders to showcase cutting-edge technology, explore policy recommendations, and highlight key factors essential to U.S. competitiveness in shaping a coordinated strategy for leadership in AI-enabled biotechnology.

  • Another win for BioBuilderClub Grads!

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    This year’s BioBuilderClub “grads” as well as their teachers, mentors, families and guests gathered at the Ragon Institute at MIT to celebrate the accomplishments of these amazing biodesign teams, and to see the innovative biotechnology projects they have been working on since last October.

  • The Momentum Continues to Grow in BioBuilder World!

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    Last month we gave our readers a peek at some special projects underway at BioBuilder. This month, we are thrilled to announce the launch of three of these initiatives. Read on for news you won’t want to miss!

  • A Peek Behind the Scenes at BioBuilder

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    Here we are in 2025, and things are approaching a boil here at BioBuilder with three exciting new initiatives! Let’s begin with a behind-the-scenes look at what’s happening and what you can look forward to seeing in-full in the near future! New Learning Lab BioBuilder’s new learning lab is nearing its launch date and we…