https://video.igem.org/videos/watch/e100e78f-3769-4ceb-b16f-90e531c088c9 Title: ExpelliOdor — expel the odor Description: For millions of people, axillary odor isn't just a physical condition, but a source of insecurity. Every whisper, every glance, every moment of self-consciousness can affect how people feel about themselves. For decades, science has helped us manage odor—but many existing approaches focus on covering or controlling its effects rather than changing the biological process that creates it. At GreatBay-SCIE iGEM 2026, we're rewriting the story. The source of axillary odor is 3M3SH, a volatile sulfur compound produced by Staphylococcus hominis. Instead of masking the smell with harsh chemicals or blocking the sweat glands, we take a more targeted and science driven approach: stopping the odor pathway at its exogenous source. Through three complementary strategies—binders that capture the precursor, inhibitors that block bacterial transport, and engineered enzymes that modify the precursor itself—we stop the problem before it starts. We also synthesized geranyl butyrate and borneol acetate for a natural, pleasant fragrance. Ultimately, our goal moves beyond simply managing odor, but to reduce the insecurities and social barriers it can create. Confidence should never be conditional. It is inherent, and ExpelliOdor exists to restore it. ExpelliOdor — expel the odor. Wiki | Official Page Sat, 29 Aug 2026 17:16:51 GMT https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html PeerTube - https://video.igem.org https://video.igem.org/client/assets/images/icons/icon-1500x1500.png https://video.igem.org/videos/watch/e100e78f-3769-4ceb-b16f-90e531c088c9 All rights reserved, unless otherwise specified in the terms specified at https://video.igem.org/about and potential licenses granted by each content's rightholder.