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Gen0me 3diting? - Genetics Workshop Part 3 of 3

Date:
Tue Aug 31, 3:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Registration:
Fri Jul 23, 9:00 AM - Tue Aug 24, 12:30 PM
Program Type:
Council Event
Grades:
6th grade - 10th grade
Girl Fee:
$2.00
Maximum Attendance:
16 in person/20 virtually
 

The lnnoverge biology curriculum is intended to provide a comprehensive overview of interesting topics in biological science, seeking to focus on ethical issues in biology, exposing students to bioethical questions that scientists today are still grappling with.

Part 3 (Tuesday August 31st):
Students will dive deeper into the world of genetics and learn about CRISPR, an emerging technology that makes genome editing possible. After a presentation on the CRISPR-Cas9 system and how it works, students will build models of CRISPR-Cas9 and engage in discussions about the ethics and implications of this new technology.

Virtual: 3:30pm - 4:30pm over ZOOM
OR
In Person: 5:30pm - 6:30pm at the Spokane Program Center

These workshops are meant to be taught in approximate order, as they build upon material from previous workshops. For each workshop, choose whether you will attend virtually OR in-person (you can mix and match if needed, but you must register ahead of time). This is the last workshop in this series.

Please double check that you've entered the correct mailing address during registration.