Oral DNA extraction
In this experiment, students will isolate DNA from their own cheek cells. Students will learn about the properties of DNA and genetics.
Model Organisms used in Research
For this demonstration we will bring our GFP mice, fruit flies and microscopic worms (C. elegans). Students will have a chance to view all the organisms and scihigh volunteers...
Paralyzable Drosophila (fruit fly)
Fruit flies were the original organism used to study genetics and are an important tool used in research. Scihigh has access to a number of different strains of flies with...
Mutant C. Elegans (worms)
For this demonstration students will learn about a powerful model organisms in the field of genetics. Scihigh has a selection of mutant worms with different phenotypes that are easily viewed under a...
Glowing Mus. Musculus (Mice)
Mice are an important component of many research studies. The scihigh program has access to mice that have been transgenically modified to include a gene called GFP resulting in mice that...
Candy DNA Model Assembly
Students simply use licorice and marshmallows to create their very own (edible) model of DNA. Students will learn about DNA and genetics. Recommended for grades K-6.
Electrophoresis
In this experiment, students are taught the process of DNA separation via gel electrophoresis. This is an important and commonly used technique in genetic research. Students will use pipettes to...
Banana DNA extraction
In this experiment, students will isolate DNA from a banana. The key concepts covered in this experiment include the properties of DNA, genes, evolution and inheritance, and general purification techniques....