A fun and fascinating activity shows students how to isolate human genomic DNA, and lets them create DNA necklaces they can actually wear. Are you cheeky enough to take this lab on. Labs are designed for school aged children ages 8 and up. Ages 8-10 will need an adult helper for the labs.
Join MNA botanists Kirstin Phillips and Jan Busco as they compare their own localized plant knowledge to the latest plant identification phone apps that use artificial intelligence. Bring a flowering native plant sample for the botanists to identify and compare to the results of AI phone apps. NAU Genetics Core Facilities Manager Jill Hager Cocking...
Come see our newest exhibits, “Horse and Rider,” “Selling the Southwest” and “The Grand Canyon Dragon Map.” From 10am-2pm we will have activity tables in the Jaime Major Golightly Courtyard. Kids and adults can make a plant DNA bracelet, create their own dinosaur imprint fossil to take home, and see how scientists mapped the geology...
The field of genetic genealogy has been changing rapidly. We will look at recent changes and, especially, enhancements that have been added by the DNA testing companies and how they can be useful to you. We will look at big changes that include impacts of the big security shakeout from the fall of 2023. This...
Children ages 6-12, mash, mix and channel your inner mad scientist through this simple experiment! First come first serve, while supplies last.
Learn about careers related to genetics research and biotechnology through hands - on experiences with a tGen North scientist! Ages 12 -17 Part of the Arizona SciTech Festival Season is here! We hope to see you in many of the Festival's events all over Arizona. Check out the calendar!