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In this two session symposium, young scientists will use DNA barcoding to conduct real-world scientific inquiry. Each participant will perform each step of the process getting experience with the same tools and techniques used by professional scientists everyday. By the end of the two sessions, participants will be able to extract, amplify, and visualize DNA as well as analyze DNA sequencing data. In addition, each participant will publish their results to the International Barcode of Life, making a real and meaningful scientific contribution.
The symposium will take place over two, five-hour sessions occurring roughly one week apart on July 13 and 20 from 9:00am to 2:00pm at Decatur Makers. We strongly encourage participants to attend both sessions to the full experience. Each session will consist of hands-on laboratory work and activities to reinforce the scientific concepts. No background knowledge is required. A short break will occur halfway through the symposium and participants are encouraged to bring their own snacks and lunch.
Schedule of Topics
Schedule of Topics
A tentative schedule of topics is shown below. You will receive more detailed information as the symposium day draws closer.
Cost
Cost
Typically an event like this would cost $150, but thanks to the generous funding from the Georgia Clinical and Translational Science Alliance, Decatur Makers is able to offer the unique opportunity for FREE!
Age Group
Age Group
The DNA Barcoding Summer Symposium is open to any anyone in in grade 6 and up.
Registration
Registration
Space is extremely limited so be sure to register as soon as possible. Spaces will be available on first-come-first-serve basis. To claim your spot, head over the registration page.
About the Facilitator
About the Facilitator
Chris Monaco, MSc is a believer that everyone has the right to make. He has been a member of Decatur Makers for over five years and is one of the founding members of the Decatur Makers Community Lab. Being involved in the maker movement for over a decade, Chris has taught classes and workshops on many different DIY topics. He received a BS in Electrical Engineering in 2014 and a MS in Bioinformatics in 2018, both from Georgia Tech. Chris currently works as Makerspace Manager at Drew Charter Charter School in East Lake, Atlanta where he is involved with the integration of making into the classroom as well as oversees the operation of two K-12 makerspaces.
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