A half-day workshop focused on DNA gel electrophoresis. Students will be introduced to the work of Dr Jeffery Schoenebeck and will analyse DNA samples to discover their genotype for an important, health-related gene. The workshop is supported by scientists, technicians and vets working on our campus, and includes an opportunity for students to find out more about studying and working in science. Learning Level: Secondary school (age 15+)Location: Easter Bush Science Outreach Centre, The University of EdinburghMinimum attendance: 16*Maximum attendance: 30Duration: 3 hoursTimes: 10am - 1pm Cost: £15 per pupil (international students)Thank you for your interest in this workshop, this academic year we will not be offering this workshop as part of our learning programme. To remain updated about our workshops, events and exciting opportunities please sign up to our mailing list and/or follow us on Twitter @EBSOClab. In the meantime, why not check out our classroom resources that are free to download!Workshop DescriptionScientists have discovered a DNA mutation linked to breathing problems in popular dog breeds. Breathing difficulties are most often associated with flat-faced breeds, such as French bulldogs and pugs, but scientists have found the mutation is also carried by Norwich terriers, which have longer noses. In this workshop, students will learn about the work of Roslin Institute scientists and analyse four DNA samples to look for a mutation in a health-related gene. We all enjoyed it! We hope that we will be able to come back next year, as it was a really great experience! Thank you for making the visit possible. International Secondary EFL teacher France Learning Objectives To appreciate that scientists work to solve real-world problemsTo understand that we can identify the genotype of individuals using DNA technologyTo recognise that the identification of health-related genes can help with the prevention of diseaseTo realise that genotype and phenotype analysis can inform future disease-prevention strategiesTo interpret and discuss experimental results Techniques usedMicropipettingCentrifugationDNA gel electrophoresisWorkshop timelineIntroduction to the breathing problems found in dogsIntroduction to micropipettesPreparation of DNA samplesIntroduction to genome-wide assication studies (GWAS)DNA electrophoresis using agarose gelsAnalysis and interpretation of resultsDiscussion with scientists from the Roslin Institute AvailabilityThank you for your interest in this workshop, this academic year we will not be offering this workshop as part of our learning programme. Why not check out classroom resources that are free to download!Downloadable Resources Risk Assessment To be addedWorkshop DescriptionsTo be addedRelevant LinksDog DNA find could aid breathing problemsJournal article This article was published on 2024-09-02
