Genes: How Do You Wear Yours?

What makes your eyes brown? How are you related to your parents and to your pet dog? Why are some cells more powerful than others? These questions are just a few that can be answered by researching genetics, the study of hereditary information. Students will examine the principles of genetic information and get a glimpse at how the molecular world controls these processes to affect the macroscopic world. We will also discuss controversial topics such as cloning and genetic engineering. Activities will include DNA extractions, visualization of chromosomes from human cells and personal identification of many unique hereditary traits.

 

Session

October 24 and 25, 2009

Tuition

$395 ($375 - Registered on or before October 7, 2009)
(includes housing, food, and academic activities)

$345 ($325 - Registered on or before October 7, 2009)
(Day Student)