300 min

Using HudsonAlpha-developed Disorder Detectives® and Making Sense of Uncertainty™, students will dive into the phenomena of next generation sequencing and the diagnostic tools involved in genomic analysis. In this hands-on experience students will ut

300 min

Alu insertion polymorphism is one of the more widely studied DNA polymorphisms, representing approximately 5% of the human genome. In this lab-based experience, students will learn various laboratory skills and techniques while examining their own DN

300 min

In this mixed lab and modeling experience, students will investigate local plants and explore the properties that allow plants to thrive in the sunshine. Students will extract pigments from a variety of plant tissues, perform chromatography and UV an

300 min

Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are the subject of wide ranging debates in the US and in other countries. In this experience, students will investigate genetic modifications on plants and examine common snack items for the presence of genetical

300 min

Students will dive into the Central Dogma in this computer based activity. Students will gain experience with DNA sequencing and look at how changes in key regions of DNA can cause disease. Using one of 15 case studies, students will practice DNA bas

300 min

In this lab-based experience, students will examine the genetic roots of cancer, compare hereditary and non-hereditary cancers,and use the HNPCC kit to trace a cancer-related mutation through a family.  Students will use a family medical history

285 min

This experience includes both Extreme Extraction and All in the Family - or is it.First, students will take DNA extractions to the next level by creating their own extraction solutions using common household items. Students will learn

285 min

This experience includes both Cytogeneticist for a Day and All in the Family - or is it.First, students take on the role of a cytogeneticist, examining patient samples for chromosomal anomalies. Students will learn how karyotypes are p

180 min

This experience includes both Cytogeneticist for a Day and Extreme Extraction.First, students take on the role of a cytogeneticist, examining patient samples for chromosomal anomalies. Students will learn how karyotypes are produced and work thr

150 min

In this lab-based experience, students will examine the role of inherited mutations and environmental factors using the HNPCC kit. In the lab, students will use a family medical history to create a pedigree and select likely candidates for genetic te

90 min

In this experience, students will take on the role of a cytogeneticist, examining patient samples for chromosomal anomalies. Students will learn how karyotypes are produced and work through one of 15 patients case studies, using HudsonAlpha’s Disorde

90 min

Extracting DNA is a favorite activity for many students and teachers. In this experience, students take DNA extractions to the next level by creating their own extraction solutions using common household items. Students will learn how cell structure

60 min

Note: This selection is for groups who only want a 1-hour experience. (Either GenomeCache or a tour of HudsonAlpha.)If you would like to add either of these to another experience, please select the field trip you are interested in, then make a note o

225 min

In this guided-inquiry, skills-based lab, students will use common lab equipment such as graduated cylinders and pan balances to create solutions. Then, they will investigate acids and bases, test the pH of solutions, and identify a mysterious substa

225 min

In this lab-skills-based experience, students will learn to use tools such as micropipettes and gel electrophoresis to separate different-sized molecules. Along the way, they will learn how to cast and load gels, analyze the make-up of different dyes

225 min

In this lab-based activity, students will investigate enzymes. Students will begin by learning about enzyme specificity using locks and keys and discuss the role of enzymatic reactions during digestion of a fast food meal. In addition, students will

225 min

This experience includes both DNA extraction experience and Exploring Enzymes. *Please specify Maximizing Apple Juice or Biotech Cheese in your request questionnaire. Extracting DNA is a favorite activity for many students and tea

90 min

Extracting DNA is a favorite activity for many students and teachers. In this experience, students take DNA extractions to the next level by creating their own extraction solutions using common household items. Students will learn how cell structure

60 min

Note: This selection is for groups who only want a 1-hour experience. (Either GenomeCache or a tour of HudsonAlpha.)If you would like to add either of these to another experience, please select the field trip you are interested in, then make a note o

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Sequencing and Beyond

Jumping Genes

Shoots & Roots

Genetically Modified Snacks?

Genes & ConSEQUENCES

Investigating the Genetics of Cancer

Extreme Extraction + All in the Family - Or is it

Cytogeneticist for a Day + All in the Family - Or is it

Cytogeneticist for a Day + Extreme Extraction

All in the Family- Or is it?

Cytogeneticist for a Day

Extreme Extraction

GenomeCache® or Tour

Mysterious Mixtures

Biotechnology: In Living Color

Exploring Enzymes

Kitchen DNA + Exploring Enzymes

Kitchen DNA with a Twist of Inquiry

GenomeCache® or Tour

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