ABOUT
TURBIOHACKS aims to together the brightest minds in biotechnology, synthetic biology, and life sciences. Our mission is to accelerate innovation by providing a platform where students, researchers, and industry professionals can collaborate on solving real-world challenges.
Join us on a journey at the intersection of innovation and impact, where breakthrough science meets entrepreneurial drive. From oncology and food & nutrition to biomanufacturing and therapeutics, TurBioHacks creates the ideal space to transform bold ideas into real-world solutions.
TRACKS
This track addresses the urgent need for better cancer detection and treatment. Projects may focus on modeling tumor progression, identifying biomarkers, or designing novel therapeutic interventions with measurable clinical relevance.
Biomanufacturing leverages cells and enzymes as production platforms. Teams will develop methods to improve yield, reduce cost, or expand the product space of biologically manufactured medicines, fuels, or materials.
Drug discovery remains constrained by cost and inefficiency. This track challenges participants to design algorithms, models, or biological systems that accelerate target identification, optimize lead compounds, or improve preclinical validation.
Astrobiology examines how life originates, adapts, and persists in extreme conditions. Teams in this track will explore synthetic biology and computational approaches to test life boundaries and inform future space exploration.
Astrobiology examines how life originates, adapts, and persists in extreme conditions. Teams in this track will explore synthetic biology and computational approaches to test life boundaries and inform future space exploration.
SCHEDULE
- August 11Hackathon Launch
Official announcement and registration opens
- September 4Registration Deadline
Last day to register for the hackathon
- September 5Hackathon Day 1
Competition begins with opening ceremony
- September 6-7Hacking Period
9/6 00:00 UTC to 9/7 12:00 UTC
- September 9Result Declaration
Winners announcement
Educational Material
AWARDS
Track Awards
Best Astrobiology Project
Best Oncology Project
Best Drug Discovery Project
Best Biomanufacturing Project
Best Neuroscience Project
Cross‑Track Awards
Best Overall Project
Most Innovative Solution
Best Impact Potential
Best Technical Implementation
FAQ
TURBIOHACKS is the world's largest biohackathon, bringing together students, researchers, and industry professionals to solve real-world challenges in biotechnology and life sciences.
TURBIOHACKS is open to students, researchers, professionals, and anyone passionate about biotechnology. We welcome participants from all backgrounds and skill levels.
We have four main tracks: Astrobiology, Oncology, Neuroscience, Biomanufacturing, and Drug Discovery. Each track focuses on specific challenges and applications in biotechnology.
The hacking period will be from 9/6 00:00 UTC to 9/7 12:00 UTC.
We provide access to datasets, APIs, mentors, educational materials, and technical resources. Our team of experts will be available throughout the event to support participants.
Yes! We have exciting prizes for winners in each track, including cash awards, mentorship opportunities, and potential collaboration offers from our sponsors.
