2025 DNA Day Innovation Contest

In celebration of DNA Day, we’re inviting researchers to submit abstracts showcasing work that leverages Watchmaker products – either DNA or RNA applications – for a chance to win a trip to ASHG 2025. One winning submission will be selected based on scientific merit, clarity, and impact – and featured on a national stage.

The winner will receive a travel award to attend the ASHG 2025 Annual Meeting in Boston, which includes conference registration, round-trip airfare, five nights of hotel accommodations, and a per diem for meals and ground transportation.

Eligibility: 
To be eligible, the winning abstract must also be submitted to ASHG for official consideration. The DNA Day Contest is open to:

  • legal residents of the fifty (50) United States and the District of Columbia;
  • who are 21 years of age or older at the time of entry;
  • who are not healthcare providers; and
  • that are employed by an organization that is a non-profit organization or that has received funding from the National Institute of Health within the past three (3) years

Enter the contest!
Submission deadline: May 30, 2025 at 11:59:00 PM ET

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Accepted file types: pdf, Max. file size: 50 MB.