Hands-On Molecular Genetics
7 February 2008
Nowgen Centre
Start Time: 10:00, 7 February 2008
Organiser: Dr Mark Leech
Further Information
This workshop is designed for post-16 students to give them chance to use research-quality equipment and analyse their own DNA. The central part of this workshop is spent extracting DNA from cells, running the polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and then visualising DNA on an electrophoresis gel. These activities are framed around a series of interactive explanations, quizzes and discussion activities. At the end of the workshop, students can see their DNA in a band on the gel, which brings the workshop to a satisfying end.
Comments from teachers:
“Excellent – innovative, interactive and kept them busy – Ofsted would have been impressed!”
“Excellent organisation. Spot on to AQA ‘A’ spec. contents. Pitched at right level. Practical work very clearly explained. Excellent visual resources. Good pace of day. Kate and Mark created a very welcoming and supportive environment.”
THIS DATE IS FULLY BOOKED
