Genetics RC479 / A02

Start date
6 Jun 17
Duration
1 Day
Location
Rothamsted Research, West Common, Harpenden AL5 2JQ View on Google Map

Summary

Genomics is rapidly developing and increasingly important discipline in genetics.  The mapping of the human genome in 2003 was a major scientific milestone and led to an explosion of cutting edge research as genomics as the technology and speed of analysis has increased.
This course can explore a wide variety of topics including techniques used in DNA sequencing methods, and bioinformatics to sequence, assemble, and analyze the function and structure of genomes; the use of genomics technologies in biodiversity and evolutionary genetics research; genetic engineering; agriculture technology; human genomic research linked to health, cancer, epidemiology of disease and the development of personalised medicine.
This topic is also excellent for discussing the social, moral and ethical aspects of some of the research.

https://www.stem.org.uk/elibrary/resource/33353/dna-and-genome-sequencing
https://www.stem.org.uk/elibrary/resource/36110/genetic-modification-of-plants-and-food-security

You will work in state-of-the-art facilities and experience hands on activities and opportunities for discussions with research scientists at Rothamsted Research.

  • lab demonstrations and hands-on practical work – genomic DNA extraction, PCR setting up and gel running
  • the basis of wheat transformation – if time and weather permit, a tour of the glasshouses
  • tour of the Centenary Building, the Bioimaging Unit and the sample archive

Outcomes

Participants will be able to:

• develop and update their knowledge by engaging with scientists involved in cutting edge research

• use authentic contexts for the effective delivery of science content, and to deepen understanding of how science works, including controversies and ethical issues

• engage with active and inspiring teaching approaches and learning activities

Sessions

DateTimeLocation
Genetics/Genomics06 June 201709:00-15:30Rothamsted Research

Notes

Research Councils UK

 

Thanks to funding from the Research Councils UK (RCUK), all CPD which is part of the Bringing Cutting Edge Research into the Classroom programme qualifies for a bursary of up to £180 per day.

With funding and support from Research Councils UK, the Bringing Cutting Edge Research into the Classroom programme has been created with leading scientists to support the teaching of STEM subjects at GCSE and A level, delivered via the National STEM Learning Centre and Network, and working in partnership with leading researchers at the cutting edge of contemporary science. 

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Fee-paying school or college (independent)Activity fee£210.00 +VAT
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