STEM Ed Announcement: Biotech workshop for teachers

[Morton Sternheim <mort@k12s.phast.umass.edu>]

Biotechnology WORKSHOP for Teachers

Saturday, January 30, 2010 8am-4pm MCLA Biology lab
Instructors, Lisa Provencher, M.S. and Dr. Lauren Moffatt

Participants will extract DNA from several food, plant or animal samples
and amplify it using the Polymerase Chain reaction (PCR). This procedure
will allow participants to test for the presence of two genetically
modified organisms. Using DNA gel electrophoresis participants will
separate the amplified DNA, and analyze the results. Additionally the
real-life applications of biotechnology, the local biotech industry, and
related career opportunities will be discussed. The workshop is open to
teachers of all grade levels.

$35 non-refundable registration fee
Registration form can be found on our website:
http://www.mcla.edu/About_MCLA/biotechforteachersworkshop/

For questions contact:

Lisa Provencher
Berkshire STEM Pipeline Coordinator
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
375 Church Street
North Adams, MA
413-662-5525
FAX: 413-662-5580
<lisa.provencher@mcla.edu>