Judging/Resources
Judging Resources
On this page you will find information on: Judging Videos, FAQ and Quick Links, and Platforms You Will Need.
Introduction to Judging Video
We have provided the following video for our judges and is available for anyone to view. This video was recorded in 2020, but the themes and messages hold true every year.
Video 1: Introduction to Judging
Please note: Teams are not required to submit a Poster this year, so there will be no poster sessions in 2021.
FAQ and Quick Links
The questions and links below are meant to help judges quickly find the information they may be looking for during the Jamboree.
How do I access my Judge Dashboard to see my judging assignment?
Please login to your iGEM account and then click on the Judge List. Click on your name to access your Judge Dashboard.
Please note: Only judges and flex judges can access this page. If you were selected to judge but cannot access this link, please make sure you are logged into the account you used to fill out your Judge Application. If you are logged in correctly and you still cannot access this page, please email us at hq [AT] igem [DOT] org and we will help you.
Where can I find the Judging Handbook?
Here is the Judging Handbook.
Judges must read Chapters 1-3 of the Handbook prior to beginning their judge assignments. Chapters 4-5 are meant to be used as a reference book.
Where can I see this year's Medal criteria?
Here is the Medals page. This information is also found in the Judging Handbook in Chapter 3.
Where do I find the judging session times for the teams I’m assigned to judge?
Here is the Giant Jamboree Judging Session Schedule. You will also be able to access the full schedule on the Giant Jamboree website. You can find the teams you are judging in the schedule.
Platforms You Will Need
During November 4-7, judges will be utilizing the following online platforms to meet with teams and with fellow judges, and to participate in the Jamboree as a whole outside of judging responsibilities.
Slack
For Slack, judges will receive an invitation link to join the private 2021 Judging Slack. Please contact us at traci [AT] igem [DOT] org if you missed the email or if you have any problems joining.
Zoom
We will be using Zoom for the judging sessions between teams and judges. More details on the Jamboree schedule along with instructions for joining these sessions will be available soon!
iGEM Foundation
The International Genetically Engineered Machine (iGEM) Foundation is an independent, non-profit organization dedicated to the advancement of synthetic biology, education and competition, and the development of an open community and collaboration. Visit us at igem.org
Contact
hq AT igem DOT org
45 Prospect Street
Cambridge, MA 02139
Due to COVID-19, iGEM staff are working remotely and cannot receive phone calls.
Please contact us by email.
