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BioCatalysis LabHack: Build Biology Anywhere
A month-long experimental recreation challenge proving you can be a biologist without a traditional lab. Pick a famous experiment, rebuild it with household-safe materials, and explain it in a short video.
Competition Window
Feb 4 – Mar 4, 2026
Who Can Join
Middle & High School Teams (1–4)
Challenge Requirements
- • Scientifically accurate recreation of any iconic biology experiment
- • Safe, ethical materials sourced from everyday life
- • 3–5 minute explainer video covering hypothesis, build, and findings
Awards
- • Paramount Recognition (Best Overall)
- • Scholar’s Award (Scientific Accuracy)
- • Most Creative (Judge’s Favorite)
- • Audience Favorite (Community Vote)
- • Cash prizes for top 3 teams
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Our third webinar, this time with Melany, PhD student in Evolutionary Biology at the University of Edinburgh, was held on September 7th at 2:00 PM EST: see more here.
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