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World of Genomics: Discover Everyday DNA

Event Type
Festival/Celebration
Sponsor
Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology
Location
Griffin Museum of Science and Industry, 5700 S. Dusable Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, Il 60637
Date
Oct 13, 2024 - Oct 14, 2024   9:30  
Cost
Free with admission to museum
Contact
Angela Patrick
E-Mail
apatrick@illinois.edu
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Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology

Join us for our interactive, hands-on science experience "World of Genomics: Discover Everyday DNA" featuring multiple stations focused on specific aspects of science!

Visitors will learn about DNA, genetics, agriculture, robotics, microbes—all through family-friendly activities led by researchers from the IGB. See living biobots in action, interact with our ant and bee hives, explore the structure of DNA, score yourself on the Veggie Meter, and much more!


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