"Inspiration & Excitement in Science: Welcome to the University Lab—KAKENHI" [Understanding the Functions of Genes and Proteins Through Blood: Let’s Extract DNA from Your Own Blood]
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Science Research Center will host a two-day science workshop for high school students titled “Inspiration & Excitement in Science: Welcome to the University Lab—KAKENHI” [Understanding the Functions of Genes and Proteins Through Blood: Let’s Extract DNA from Your Own Blood] on Wednesday, August 1, and Thursday, August 2.
In this hands-on workshop, participants will extract DNA from their own blood samples and attend lectures on blood typing and the functions of genes.
Why not come to the Kochi University Okayama Campus and learn about the roles of genes and cells using your own blood?
We are looking for high school students who are interested in participating! We encourage you to join us.
For more details, please refer to the PDF below.
| Date and Time | Wednesday, August 1, 2018 – Thursday, August 2, 2018, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
| Venue | 高知大学医学部（岡豊キャンパス内）（高知県南国市岡豊町小蓮） |
| Number of openings | 20 participants (If there are more applicants than available spots, a selection process will be held) (Free of charge) |
| Target Audience | High school student |
| Deadline | Friday, June 29 |
| Course Content | ・DNA extraction from blood ・ABO blood typing (antibody-based and genotypic methods) ・Observation of peripheral blood cells |
| How to Apply | Please apply using one of the following methods: ① Apply via the "Hirameki☆Tokimeki Science" - Japan Society for the Promotion of Science website : http://www.jsps.go.jp/hirameki/ ② Use the application form distributed to your school, or visit the Kochi University Experimental and Practical Training Equipment Facilities website: http://www.kochi-ms.ac.jp/~ct_mrc/science2018/ |
[Contact] Science Research Center: Morisawa and Science Research Center
Phone: 088-866-5811
E-mail: src1●kochi-u.ac.jp (Please replace ● with @ when sending)