Submitted by Christine Alexander on Tue, 29/07/2014 - 14:34
During the week of 21 July, the Kimata lab contributed to the 'UK-Japan Young Scientist' programme.
Image above : Chin Yap demonstrates dissection
Image above : Francesco Meghini demonstrates slide labelling
During this week-long workshop, 16-17 year old pre-A or A-level students carried out experiments in the lab with a pre-determined aim. This year, to help demonstrate the development of the Drosophila cell cycle, the students (2 English and 2 Japanese) were tasked to dissect, stain and analyse Drosophila brains as well as stain and analyse cultured Drosophila cells.
Image above : The students' presentation
Kimata Lab members enjoyed their tutoring roles, and the school students found the experience in a lab exciting. The programme ended with an excellent presentation by the students, and a formal dinner at Trinity College.
Image above : The formal dinner at Trinity College