Summer '23 Pilot Program, a transformative experience for students from Philadelphia. This program was their first deep dive into the world of genetics, offering hands-on experiences and equipping them with essential laboratory skills.

Key Experiences:

• Microscopy Magic: Many students had their first-ever interaction with microscopes, unveiling a new microscopic world and learning to extract crucial data from their observations.

• Mastery in Micropipetting: An indispensable skill in the lab world, students honed their precision in micropipetting, preparing them for advanced experiments.

• Chemical Curiosities: Witnessing a range of chemical reactions, students cultivated the knack to discern and analyze them methodically.

Learning Outcomes:

• Deep dives into cheek and plant cell observation, revealing the intricate designs of life.

• Explorations into the bromelain reaction, delving into enzyme activities.

• Virtual insights into disease development and its implications.

• Hands-on experience extracting DNA, unveiling the code of life.

• Crafting cell models, fostering a tangible understanding of cellular structures.

• Genetic engineering of E.coli, introducing them to real-world applications of genetics.

Core Curriculum Covered:

• Imbibing the scientific method and the art of research.

• Unveiling the mysteries of cell mechanisms.

• Deciphering the role and dynamics of enzymes.

• Delving into the world of DNA, genes, and the legacy of heredity.

• Journeying through the annals of genetic engineering history.

• Introducing advanced genetic tools like TALENS, ZFNs, and the revolutionary CRISPR.

A huge thank you to all our donors! Your contributions drive the mission of GenomeGenius, ensuring a brighter future for every aspiring scientist.

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