Designer Genes

Welcome to Designer Genes! In this event, teams will answer questions, solve problems, and analyze data pertaining to classic, evolutionary, and molecular genetics.

The information below should not be interpreted as an extension of the rules. You can find free online copies of the current rules for download on the 2027 Rules page of the Science Olympiad website. The official rules in the current Rules Manual take precedence.

Resources & Links

• Current Season Resources
  • Coming soon!
• Previous Seasons Resources
  • Designer Genes Event Overview
  • Introduction and Learning Objectives
  • Practice on Molecular - Genetic Genetics
  • Practice on Biotechnology
  • Sample Tournament
  • Principles of Genetics Textbook
  • Genetics and Molecular Biology Textbook
  • Epidemiology and Public Health Science Textbook
  • Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR)
  • 2020 Internet Resources for Designer Genes - Verified Resource!

Science Olympiad Store Materials

• 2027 National Test Packet

Practice Problems & Tests

• Practice Test - 2026 BullSO Invitational
• Practice Test - 2026 Wichita Heights High School Invitational
• Practice Test - 2026 GullSO Invitational
• Practice Test - 2026 Northview Invitational
• Practice Test - 2026 Hawk & Hornet Invitational
• Problem-Solving Tips
• Sample Tournament Questions & Answers
• Practice Problems with Answers
• Molecular Biology Problems
• Biotechnology Problems
• Example Designer Genes Exam
  • Exam
  • Answer Key

EVENT SUPERVISOR RESOURCES

In addition to the resources on the Event Supervisors page, Anatomy & Physiology Event Supervisors should be sure to use the following resources:

• Event Logistics Resource - Coming soon!
• Designer Genes ES Guide '26 Season

CAREER CONNECTIONS

• Coming Soon