Saturday DNA! Virtual Lab: As the Worm Turns
Seats for each session limited to 35 Zoom participant connections. Register to reserve your spot. | Cost $20
When
Date: Wednesday, January 20, 2021
Time: 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm EST
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Description
- Appropriate for ages 10–14
- $20 per participant, no kit required
Activity description:
Genes determine a lot about how organisms grow and function. Scientists often learn about how human genes work by finding gene matches in other species and using them as a model. In this session, you will learn all about how a worm called C. elegans is used by researchers around the world to better understand gene function and genetic disease. In this activity, you will:
- observe live C. elegans worms magnified by a stereo microscope;
- discuss what makes C. elegans a good model organism for genetic research;
- identify C. elegans mutants and describe their traits; and
- see examples of how nematodes can be used to model human genetic diseases.
To complete this lab, you will need:
- Blank paper
- Writing utensil
Venue/location
Virtual
Online,
Website
Visit: https://dnalc.cshl.edu/programs/saturdaydna.html