Apr
18
2008
You may have seen our recent posts about DNA-themed activities and events for DNA Day. But what is DNA Day all about anyway?
DNA Day was created in 2003 by concurrent (Senate and House) congressional resolution to celebrate two important milestones in the study of genetics: the 50th anniversary of the description of the [...]
Tags: DNA, DNA Day, human genome project, James Watson
Apr
14
2008
DNA Day is being celebrated around the country on April 25, one week from Friday! To help you participate, we’ve compiled a list of DNA Day happenings. Drop us a line if you know of any we’ve missed.
Chat Online with a Geneticist
The National Human Genome Research Institute will host an online chat room [...]
Tags: DNA, DNA Day, genetics, genomics NHGRI
Mar
14
2008
Fascinated by genetics? Curious about what the future of science will bring? Looking for a way to celebrate DNA Day on April 25? Here’s a list of museums from around the country with genetics themed exhibits. Drop us a line if there is one you know of one that we’ve missed!
The Health Museum, [...]
Tags: DNA Day, museum