Roslin LabCamp | Genome Editing: Cows, Coughs & CRISPR

A full day, hands-on DNA workshop for Higher and Advanced Higher Biology students at high school or college.
Working with scientists from the University of Edinburgh's Roslin Institute and using research-grade equipment, you will discover how our researchers are using genome editing tools to improve animal health. The session will also include a chance to talk to our scientists about their work and career paths, and take a tour of our campus.

Learning Level:  Higher Biology, Higher Human Biology and Advanced Higher Biology pupils, S5, S6 or college students (+16 years old only) 

Location: Easter Bush Science Outreach Centre, University of Edinburgh Easter Bush Campus, EH25 9RG. Bus travel to the EB Campus with a Young Scot Card is free. Please also see our "How to Find Us" page.

Time: 10am to 4pm 

Cost: Free of charge

Closing date: Applications have now closed.

All applications will be considered after the closing date and will not be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. We will let applicants know whether they have a place by 5pm on Friday 31 January. 

We expect these sessions to be popular, and if we receive more applications than there are places we will need to use what is written in the applications to select our participants, so please complete your form with care. 

Availability: 24 places available in each of two workshops (48 places total)

During the workshop you will

  • Discover how Roslin researchers use genome editing to improve animal health
  • Learn about the CRISPR-Cas9 genome editing system
  • Use restriction enzymes and gel electrophoresis to analyse DNA
  • Meet our scientists and find out more about studying and working in biology
  • Take a tour of the Roslin Institute and Easter Bush Campus 

Getting here

Free parking is available at Easter Bush Campus in The Roslin Institute and Veterinary Teaching Building car parks. Please provide your car registration at Charnock Bradley Building reception when you check in for the event.

The campus is well-served by Lothian buses, please see www.lothianbuses.com. For more information, please download our How to Get Here  document 

Accessibility and inclusion

We are keen to make our events as inclusive as possible, please email us at ebsoc@ed.ac.uk or call the Roslin Public Engagement team on 0131 651 9679 before booking if you would like to find out more about accessibility or usability.

Stay in touch!

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Testimonials

It allowed me to use a different variety of equipment and gave me the opportunity to learn more advanced science knowledge. It was also different as it allowed me to participate in a different and lengthier experiment!

Higher Biology Pupil

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