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From Seaside to Bedside: How Marine Organisms and Insects Can Be Used for Diagnostics and Therapeutics

Type: Presentation

Description:
Bioluminescence is a naturally occurring phenomenon used by various animals to produce light. For example, the firefly uses this mechanism, as well as several deep-sea creatures. The goal of the program is to explain and demonstrate how these unique, light emitting mechanisms were evolved in nature through millions of years. Furthermore, how those mechanisms are now being used by scientists for biomedical research.

Presented by:

  • Assaf Gilad, Professor, Chemical Engineering and Materials Science, MSU
  • Adam Fillion, Lab Technologist, Chemical Engineering and Materials Science, MSU
  • Joelle Eaves, Graduate Student, Chemical Engineering and Materials Science, MSU

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

Scientific Disciplines:

  • Engineering and Technology
  • Science Education
  • Talks with Experts 7

Time and Location

  • 4/15/2023 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    Location: MSU Museum Science on a Sphere

    Preregistration required: Due to limited space, attendees must register in advance. Sign up for free at our partner site.

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