h2. Current Projects "*The Nowgen Schools Genomics Programme*":http://www.nowgen.org.uk/stories/1124-nowgen_schools_genomics_programme Narrowing the gap between genomics research and classroom genetics "*A question of taste: Using PCR to investigate human evolution*":http://www.nowgen.org.uk/stories/870-darwininspired_workshops_for_alevel_students Darwin-inspired practical workshops for post-16 Biology students "*'Hands-on' Courses in Molecular Genetics*":427-alevel_courses Workshops in which students learn advanced practical techniques and discuss ethical issues. "*Widening Participation*":428-widening_participation Projects that encourage students from under-represented groups to consider higher education. "*Supporting Science Teachers*":429-working_with_teachers Providing quality Professional Development through a range of organisations. Please click to view "*upcoming teachers events*":206 h2. Past Projects "*Making Humans Better?*":392-making_humans_better A school-based project that asked students to think about human enhancement. "*Visiting Schools*":430-working_with_schools Before the Nowgen Centre was built, we visited many schools in the region to run activities. "*Science in Context Conference*":431-science_in_context_conference Event for 200 A-level students held in July 2007 in which genetic profiling was explored. "*Artist-in-Residence*":395-artistinresidence An artist organised innovative workshops to explore genetics with the wider community. "*'Designer Baby' Debate*":543-designer_baby_debate Debate for A-level students as part of a careers day at the Hospital held in October 2004. h2. A-level students learning new skills in Nowgen's laboratory !723! 38 2007-08-20T14:44:01+01:00 --- !map:HashWithIndifferentAccess publications: "\"*Nowgen Digest 11*\":download:113 \r\n\ The Impact of Genetics on Medicine - A Guide for Teachers\r\n\ \r\n\ Mathieson K. _A chromosomal rearrangement: all in the balance._ Biological Sciences Review Volume 18 (2), Pages 25 \xE2\x80\x93 29; November 2005\r\n\ \r\n\ Finegold P. _Genetics Education: Challenges for School Education Policy in the UK, (CIHR)._ Genetic Diversity and Science Communication Workshop in Toronto, Canada April 27-29, 2006\r\n" hide_posted_on: "true" author: "" summary: |- Nowgen works closely with teachers and education professionals to ensure genetic medicine is integrated into everyday learning. Nowgen's work includes: * professional development for teachers * workshops for post-16 students * curriculum development * innovative resource production This integrated programme is designed to help the next generation appreciate the science and ethical issues associated with genetic medicine. *Find out more* Nowgen regularly send out relevant information to teachers. To join our education and schools mailing list please contact "Leah Holmes":mailto:leah.holmes@cmft.nhs.uk funding: "" links: "\"Science Learning Centre North West\":http://www.sciencelearningcentres.org.uk/WebPortal.aspx?page=7\r\n\ \r\n\ \"DNA Learning Center \xE2\x80\x93 New York\":http://www.dnalc.org\r\n\ \r\n\ \"BioEthics Education Project\":http://www.beep.ac.uk/content/index.php\r\n\ \r\n\ \"Genetic Science Learning Center \xE2\x80\x93 Utah\":http://learn.genetics.utah.edu/ \r\n\ \r\n\ \"Sanger Institute\xE2\x80\x99s Introduction to Genomic Science\":http://www.yourgenome.org/hgp/ \r\n" audience: "" fulltitle: "" investigators: |- "*Leah Holmes*":http://www.nowgen.org.uk/stories/378-dr_leah_holmes "*Kate Dack*":http://www.nowgen.org.uk/stories/231-dr_kate_mathieson false 271 17 194 education_and_schools 8 6 2010-03-08T14:43:12+00:00 57 54