Discover events happening at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory.
Week of May 10th
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- Canceled Science Walking Tour, May 10 - Mother's Day Tour
Canceled Science Walking Tour, May 10 - Mother's Day Tour
Canceled Science Walking Tour, May 10 - Mother's Day Tour
When: 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Summary:
Come take a scientist-guided walking tour of our 120-acre waterside campus and find out about the Lab’s 130 years of pioneering discoveries.
Venue/location:
One Bungtown RoadCold Spring Harbor, New York 11724United States516-367-8800
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- DNALC Live: DNALC Short: Restriction Enzymes, DNALC Live: DNALC Short: Green Fluorescent Protein
DNALC Live: DNALC Short: Restriction Enzymes
DNALC Live: DNALC Short: Restriction Enzymes
When: 12:00 pm - 12:15 pm
Summary:
Restriction Enzymes are molecular "scissors" that precisely cut DNA. Learn how they were discovered by scientists working with viruses called bacteriophage.
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DNALC Live: DNALC Short: Green Fluorescent ProteinDNALC Live: DNALC Short: Green Fluorescent Protein
When: 3:00 pm - 3:15 pm
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Did you know that scientists can use jellyfish proteins to track the activity of genes? Join us to learn how 3 scientists were awarded a Nobel Prize for their work with Green Fluorescent Protein, and how it is now used in molecular biology laboratories around the world!
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- DNALC Live: DNALC Short: Micropipetting, DNALC Live: DNALC Short: Preparation of an Agarose Gel, DNALC Live: DNALC Short: Gel Electrophoresis
DNALC Live: DNALC Short: Micropipetting
DNALC Live: DNALC Short: Micropipetting
When: 11:00 am - 11:15 am
Summary:
The precise measurement of liquids is extremely important in molecular biology. In this lab demonstration, learn how to properly use a micropipette, the tool used to measure volumes of 1 milliliter and less!
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DNALC Live: DNALC Short: Preparation of an Agarose GelDNALC Live: DNALC Short: Preparation of an Agarose Gel
When: 2:00 pm - 2:15 pm
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The first step in agarose gel electrophoresis is to cast an agarose gel. Learn how to prepare an agarose solution, and use a casting tray and comb to create an agarose gel that can be used for separation of DNA fragments by size.
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DNALC Live: DNALC Short: Gel ElectrophoresisDNALC Live: DNALC Short: Gel Electrophoresis
When: 3:00 pm - 3:15 pm
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Join us for a demonstration of agarose gel electrophoresis. This process uses electricity to separate DNA fragments by size as they migrate through a gel matrix.
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- DNALC Live: DNALC Short: CRISPR Introduction, DNALC Live: PV92 - Jumping Genes Lead the Way
DNALC Live: DNALC Short: CRISPR Introduction
DNALC Live: DNALC Short: CRISPR Introduction
When: 12:00 pm - 12:15 pm
Summary:
Have you heard about "CRISPR" but aren't quite sure what it means? This short video will introduce you to the basics of CRISPR-Cas9 and how it can be used to edit genomes!
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DNALC Live: PV92 - Jumping Genes Lead the WayDNALC Live: PV92 - Jumping Genes Lead the Way
When: 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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In this activity, you will use bioinformatics tools to understand how DNA sequence similarities are being used to understand shared ancestry between individuals, populations and species.
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- DNALC Live: DNALC Short: Imaging, DNALC Live: Invertebrate Biology Series: Courtship and Reproduction, Part VI, DNALC Live: AP Bio Chat - May 14
DNALC Live: DNALC Short: Imaging
DNALC Live: DNALC Short: Imaging
When: 11:00 am - 11:15 am
Summary:
How can you see the invisible? Fluorescent proteins and two-photon microscopy help scientists to see fine structures or particular molecules of cells. Join Catherine Zhang in exploring this imaging method used for science discovery.
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DNALC Live: Invertebrate Biology Series: Courtship and Reproduction, Part VIDNALC Live: Invertebrate Biology Series: Courtship and Reproduction, Part VI
When: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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Throughout this series, we have seen many amazing adaptations of invertebrates that contribute to their survival. Yet, some of their most surprising and unbelievable behaviors center around finding mates in order to reproduce.
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DNALC Live: AP Bio Chat - May 14DNALC Live: AP Bio Chat - May 14
When: 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm
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The College Board has announced that this year’s AP® Biology Exam will consist only of Units 1 – 6. The DNALC seeks to help students with content from Units 5 and 6, which pertain to molecular biology and genetics.
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- DNALC Live: Intro to RNA-Seq with Jupyter, Part II, DNALC Live: Forensic DNA Profiling, Part I, DNALC Live: DNALC Short: Centrifugation, Canceled Concert: Zihao Wu, piano
DNALC Live: Intro to RNA-Seq with Jupyter, Part II
DNALC Live: Intro to RNA-Seq with Jupyter, Part II
When: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Summary:
RNA sequencing (RNA-Seq) is a widely used experimental approach in molecular biology. RNA-Seq allows us to measure the level of RNA in cells and tissues, and therefore make inferences about what genes are active, under what circumstances, and when.
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DNALC Live: Forensic DNA Profiling, Part IDNALC Live: Forensic DNA Profiling, Part I
When: 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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Although the DNA from different individuals is more alike than different, there are many regions of human chromosomes that exhibit a great deal of diversity. Such variable sequences are termed “polymorphic” (meaning many forms) and provide the basis for forensic identification.
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DNALC Live: DNALC Short: CentrifugationDNALC Live: DNALC Short: Centrifugation
When: 3:00 pm - 3:15 pm
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Centrifugation is a technique that applies centrifugal force to separate samples by density, or to collect a solution at the bottom of a tube, by spinning the samples at high speeds. Join us to learn how to properly set-up and run a centrifuge!
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Canceled Concert: Zihao Wu, pianoCanceled Concert: Zihao Wu, piano
When: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Summary:
As a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of our employees and visitors during the current COVID-19 outbreak, Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL) is canceling and/or postponing events for public audiences.
Venue/location:
One Bungtown RoadCold Spring Harbor, New York 11724United States516-367-8800