Biodesign Challenge is an international education program where students explore biology, technology, art, and design through hands-on projects. Each year, 700+ students and 120+ educators from 50+ institutions participate in the programs.
Upcoming programs:
Biodesign Challenge 2027
- January–June 2027 | High school, undergraduate & master’s students
- $1,400USD/classroom
- Includes our full resource library, professional mentor support, webinars, project critiques, community membership, and a slot for one team of up to 6 students in the final competition. The final competition takes place June 10–11 in New York City at Parsons School of Design and the Museum of Modern Art, with virtual participation available.
- Program Overview · Registration
Biodesign Sprint 2026: Microbial Futures
- October 1–December 4, 2026 | Undergraduate, graduate & community lab participants
- $350USD/classroom
- Includes curriculum resources, webinars, project critiques, community membership, and a slot for one team of up to 6 students in the final competition.
- Program Overview · Registration
Schools participating in both programs receive a special combined-registration discount. For additional information: https://www.biodesignchallenge.org/contact
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