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A Crash Course in Genomics

Suitcase Exhibition

View of A Crash Course in Genomics.

Annie Thérien © Canadian Museum of Nature

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A Crash Course in Genomics is a suitcase-sized exhibition that explores the world of genetics and genomics. With the help of interactive activities, colourful text panels, fun computer games and three-dimensional models, you will learn about your genome, find out what role proteins play and understand genetic mutations and heredity.

Don't miss your chance to discover all the fun that can be crammed into a single suitcase!

Components

  • six bilingual graphic panels
  • portable computer with five games and one animation
  • two board games
  • one card-and-mirror game
  • two flipbooks
  • 3D animal cell model with key
  • 3D DNA model
  • programme and activity sheets
  • books

Space Requirements

Logo of The Geee! in Genome and an illustration of a strand of DNA.

Andrew Syred / Science Photo Library, Annie Thérien, Claude Lafrance and Andre LaPointe © Canadian Museum of Nature

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  • the suitcase weighs less than 32 kg (70 lb.)
  • when set up, the contents occupy approximately two tabletops

Special Requirements

  • tables
  • security and environmental controls
  • active staff participation to organize and present programmes
  • TV and DVD

Cost

  • loan fee starts at $225
  • one-way shipping fees are extra

Availability

  • contact us to find out when this exhibition is available

Information and Reservations

Rachel Gervais

Logo of The Geee! in Genome.

Andrew Syred / Science Photo Library, Annie Thérien © Canadian Museum of Nature

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The Geee! in Genome is a national public education project that explores the science of genomics and celebrates the work of Canada’s leading experts in this field of research. Visit the web site.

 

Where to See It

To book this exhibition, or for more info:
Rachel Gervais
• rgervais@mus-nature.ca
• Tel: 613.566.4211
• Toll-free: 1.800.263.4433.