Apr 25 2026
To improve accessibility and better align with the global academic calendar, the iDEC 2026 Festival will move from 24–25 October to 7–8 November 2026.
What is iDEC?
The International Directed Evolution Competition (iDEC) is an international public welfare initiative dedicated to building a scientific community to facilitate education, technology sharing, and academic exchange.
How did it start?
iDEC is initiated by scientists and students engaged in genetic engineering research. Our initial volunteer team include members from different countries and cultural backgrounds.
Compete in one, two or three areas of Directed Evolution
Best hardware, Best software, Best algorithm,
etc.
To the best of the best in a unique area.
To consider biosafety, biosecurity, and ethical issues is crucial to establish suitable precautions.
At iDEC, we are committed to teaching how to conduct research responsibly.
