# Description
To address the annual theme, participants select a contemporary biotechnology issue and demonstrate understanding of the topic through their documented research and an original display. Semifinalists participate in an interview.
# Theme 2026-2027
Biotechnology in Food
Biotechnology can be used to improve crops, make food last longer, or create new types of food. Explain how biotechnology is used in food production and describe one way it could help farmers or consumers.
Careers Associated
Botanist
Chemical Engineer
Food Scientist
Molecular Biologist
Plant Geneticist
# Oklahoma Eligibility
Entries are limited to one team of at least 3 individuals per chapter.
# Coordinators
The individuals listed below are familiar with the event and available to give guidance. Please email them if you have questions regarding this event.
Catie Everson
ceverson@p-t.k12.okus
Event Coordinator
Lane Ullrich
Event Manager