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Laser Tweezers: Reach Out and Grab Bacteria! Tour

Type: Presentation

Description:
Discover the latest in technology that allows us to see and interact with individual cells and molecules. Try your hand with our microscope at a technique called ‘optical tweezers’ using lasers to catch and grab hold of live cells and interact with them.

Presented by:

  • Matt Comstock, Associate Professor, PA, MSU
  • Kasun Senanayake, grad student, PA, MSU
  • Keontre Hughes, grad student, PA, MSU
  • Ibrahim Elsadek, undergrad, PA, MSU

Ages: Elementary school age, Middle school age, High school age, Over 21 years only

Scientific Disciplines:

  • Physics, Astronomy, and Chemistry
  • Engineering and Technology
  • Health and Human Services
  • Tours and Open Houses 28
  • STEAM Expo Days 120

For more information:

Read more about Laser Tweezers: Reach Out and Grab Bacteria! Tour (external site)

Time and Location

  • 4/1/2023 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    Location: Biomedical and Physical Sciences Room B148

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