Apr 25 2026
Dear participating teams and partners, Since the launch of iDEC 2026, we have seen strong interest and engagement from the global community. As an international competition focused on biological design and research practice, iDEC aims to provide a high-quality platform for academic exchange and a well-structured experience for participating teams. Based on a review of the global academic calendar and feedback from teams, and to improve overall participation and accessibility, the Organizing Committee has decided to adjust the Festival schedule: The iDEC Festival, originally planned for 24–25 October, 2026 in Cambridge, will now take place on 7–8 November, 2026. Reasons for the Adjustment Autumn has become a busy period for academic events in biotechnology, especially in Europe. This adjustment is intended to better fit into the broader academic schedule and make participation more manageable for teams. We hope the new dates will make it easier for teams from different regions to attend the Festival in Cambridge. After completing their presentations and evaluations at iDEC, teams may also find it more convenient to attend and enjoy other academic events happening around the same time, helping to make the most of their travel. The updated timeline also provides additional time for project development and supports a more consistent and thorough evaluation process. Support for teams We understand that this change may affect existing plans. The iDEC Organizing Committee will support registered teams in adjusting their arrangements, including providing updated invitation letters and relevant documentation if needed. Thank you for your understanding and continued support. We look forward to welcoming you to Cambridge this November. iDEC HQ
Apr 1 2026
For iDEC 2026, each team participating in the iDEC Festival online will be required to pay a total registration fee of £200.
For teams visiting Cambridge, the registration fee is £220 per team member.
Apr 1 2026
The team registration fees for iDEC 2026 are as follows:
Early-bird registration: £500 (available for the first 20 registered teams).
Regular registration: £1000 (applicable after the first 20 teams have registered).
Apr 1 2026
We are pleased to announce that iDEC 2026 is coming. The registration will open on 3 April, stay tuned!