RCUK Genetics (Epigenetics) RH479 / E01
Summary
We are very pleased to welcome Dr Paul Hurd from Queen Mary, University of London, along to talk to us about his research on Epigenetics and honey bees!
"Honey bees live in complex societies comprising tens of thousands of individuals. The type of food the larvae is fed dictates the developmental outcome - larvae destined to become workers are fed a pollen and nectar diet, and those destined to become queens are fed royal jelly. This difference in feeding is maintained over the entire lifetime of the worker or queen bee. The change is suggested to be the result of a "histone code" - a process that sees genetic changes made to proteins called histones within cells' nuclei. Rather than "genetic" changes that are locked into DNA, these are known as "epigenetic" changes. The development of different bees from the same DNA in the larvae is one of the clearest examples of epigenetics in action - mechanisms that go beyond the basic DNA sequence."
If you have any questions about the bursary attached to this course, please contact Paula Moore: moorep378@stclementdanes.herts.sch.uk
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
| Date | Time | Location | |
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| Genetics/Genomics | 21 March 2018 | 14:00-17:00 | Watford Grammar School for Boys |
Notes
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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