Fun with DNA

Fun with DNA is an entry-level course in DNA science. This camp is designed especially for highly motivated students interested in expanding their knowledge of basic genetics and cell biology. Students are immersed in an environment of hands on activities and laboratory experiments designed to increase genetic literacy, encourage critical and creative thinking, and spark interest in the field of biotechnology.

Students will:

Construct cell and DNA models
Use compound microscopes to view various cell types
Extract DNA from both bacteria and plants
Use stereo microscopes to observe mutations in fruit flies
Genetically engineer bacteria cells with firefly genes

Acceptance is limited to 28 students per camp. Fun with DNA is for students entering grade 6 or 7. Fun with DNA is a prerequisite for World of Enzymes.

Tuition is $375 and includes all materials. Fun with DNA runs Monday-Thursday 9:30-2:30, and Parent Participation Day is Friday 9:30-11:30.

2008 Schedule
At DNALC	At DNALC West	At Harlem DNA Lab
June 30-July 3* ~~July 7-11~~ CLOSED July 21-25 ~~August 4-8~~ CLOSED ~~August 18-22~~ CLOSED	June 30-July 3* CLOSED ~~July 28-Aug 1~~ CLOSED	~~August 4-8~~ CANCELED

*Workshop schedule is contained in four days due to Independence Day holiday.