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South Korea science ministry selects 35 teams for 2026 synthetic biology competition finals
South Korea\'s Ministry of Science and ICT said on Tuesday it has completed the first round of judging for the 2026 synthetic biology competition and confirmed 35 teams for the finals. A total of 104 teams from 37 universities and government-funded research institutes applied. The finalists include 20 undergraduate teams and 15 graduate teams. The ministry will provide initial research funds and expert mentoring, and support participation in iGEM international competitions.
