<p>Describe how and why you chose your iGEM project.</p>
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<p>Visit the <ahref="https://competition.igem.org/judging/medals">Medals page</a> for more information.</p>
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<h2>What Should this Page Contain?</h2>
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<h2style="color:#00cfff; font-weight: bold;">The Challenge: Invisible Threat in Our Food</h2>
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<p><strong>Heavy metal contamination</strong> (Arsenic, Cadmium, Lead, Mercury) in staple foods like rice poses a significant global public health crisis. Even at low levels, both arsenic and cadmium have been linked to <strong>serious health harms</strong>, including diabetes, developmental delays, reproductive toxicity and heart disease. <strong>Traditional detection methods</strong> are often costly, slow, and require specialized equipment, limiting widespread accessibility.</p>
<li>While providing detailed information, strive for clarity and conciseness.</li>
<li>Use summaries and subheadings to organize your content.</li>
<li>Utilize visuals to enhance understanding and engagement.</li>
<li>Document your research process and sources thoroughly.</li>
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<h2>References</h2>
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<p>Cite all relevant research papers, scientific articles, and other sources that informed your project.</p>
<p>Create a dedicated "References" section at the end of the page, and use a consistent citation style.</p>
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<h2style="color:#00cfff; font-weight: bold;">The Challenge: Invisible Threat in Our Food</h2>
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<p><strong>Heavy metal contamination</strong> (Arsenic, Cadmium, Lead, Mercury) in staple foods like rice poses a significant global public health crisis. Even at low levels, both arsenic and cadmium have been linked to <strong>serious health harms</strong>, including diabetes, developmental delays, reproductive toxicity and heart disease. <strong>Traditional detection methods</strong> are often costly, slow, and require specialized equipment, limiting widespread accessibility.</p>
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<h4>Bronze Medal Criterion #1: Wiki</h4>
<p>Describe how and why you chose your iGEM project.</p>
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<p>Visit the <ahref="https://competition.igem.org/judging/medals">Medals page</a> for more information.</p>
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<h2>What Should this Page Contain?</h2>
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<h2style="color:#00cfff; font-weight: bold;">The Challenge: Invisible Threat in Our Food</h2>
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<p><strong>Heavy metal contamination</strong> (Arsenic, Cadmium, Lead, Mercury) in staple foods like rice poses a significant global public health crisis. Even at low levels, both arsenic and cadmium have been linked to <strong>serious health harms</strong>, including diabetes, developmental delays, reproductive toxicity and heart disease. <strong>Traditional detection methods</strong> are often costly, slow, and require specialized equipment, limiting widespread accessibility.</p>
<li>While providing detailed information, strive for clarity and conciseness.</li>
<li>Use summaries and subheadings to organize your content.</li>
<li>Utilize visuals to enhance understanding and engagement.</li>
<li>Document your research process and sources thoroughly.</li>
</ul>
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<h2>References</h2>
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<p>Cite all relevant research papers, scientific articles, and other sources that informed your project.</p>
<p>Create a dedicated "References" section at the end of the page, and use a consistent citation style.</p>
</div>
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<h2style="color:#00cfff; font-weight: bold;">The Challenge: Invisible Threat in Our Food</h2>
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<p><strong>Heavy metal contamination</strong> (Arsenic, Cadmium, Lead, Mercury) in staple foods like rice poses a significant global public health crisis. Even at low levels, both arsenic and cadmium have been linked to <strong>serious health harms</strong>, including diabetes, developmental delays, reproductive toxicity and heart disease. <strong>Traditional detection methods</strong> are often costly, slow, and require specialized equipment, limiting widespread accessibility.</p>
