Registration Now Open for the Mammoth International Contest on Omics Sciences for Young Scientists
2025 Mammoth International Contest on Omics Sciences - Young Scientist Track
In an exciting development for the scientific community, the 2025 Mammoth International Contest on Omics Sciences has officially opened its doors for registration. This competition, guided by UNESCO and the United Nations International Cooperation Public Welfare Organization, promotes innovation and research among youth aged 12 to 22. Co-organized by BGI Research and the Jinze Charitable Foundation, the youth track—known as MICOS-Youth—focuses on environmental preservation through scientific inquiry.
About the Mammoth Cup
the Mammoth Cup has successfully hosted four previous competitions, emphasizing cutting-edge developments in life sciences and industry innovation. This year's edition takes a groundbreaking step by including a global competition track specifically designed for young scientists. It represents the world’s first youth innovation platform integrating frontier life science research with biodiversity-focused public welfare initiatives.
Goals and Vision
the MICOS-Youth competition is centered around a core theme: using environmental DNA (eDNA) to tackle pressing ecological issues. The motto