DNA: The Small But Berry Important Molecule
DNA is an essential part of life. It contains the code for all living organisms and helps make people who they are. In this activity, we will be extracting DNA from a strawberry. The amount of DNA in a strawberry has quadrupled over their long history, meaning that we are able to visualize it without the use of a microscope. We will learn about why DNA is so important for life, the function of the molecule, and how it is being used by scientists today.
Presented by:
- Grace Urban, Student, Microbiology, Genetics, & Immunology, MSU
- Adam Grove, Student, Microbiology, Genetics, & Immunology, MSU
- Marissa Malleck, Student, Microbiology, Genetics, & Immunology, MSU
- Dylan Luce, Student, Microbiology, Genetics, & Immunology, MSU
- Sam Snowden, Student, Microbiology, Genetics, & Immunology, MSU
Suggested for ages: Elementary school age, Middle school age, High school age
Scientific Disciplines:
- Science Education
Times and Locations
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4/5/2025 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: STEM Teaching and Learning Facility Third Floor, North Wing
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4/6/2025 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: STEM Teaching and Learning Facility Third Floor, North Wing