On Saturday 16 March, The Department of Genetics took part in the Cambridge Science Festival. The event consisted of five main activities:
1. The "Fruit Fly Fun" area gave participants the opportunity to observe flies under the microscope and learn about the different varieties
2." Strawberry Station" allowed visitors to extract DNA from a strawberry
3. "Sequencing Mystery" explored the use of DNA in forensic investigations and using this information to solve a mystery.
4. "Zebrafish Zone" looked at the different stages of a zebrafish embryo through a microscope and learn about their development
5. "Discovering DNA and Pondering Protein" explained mutations using VR head sets and looking ifurther into sickle cell anaemia.
The Department created a photo competition (winner pointed out below!) which formed a photo matching game for the event. Participants were tasked with matching the photos to the descriptions provided.
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We received great feedback from visitors, mainly of whom said it was the most kid-friendly event they had been to. We look forward to running the event again next year.