DNA: A Question of Taste

Suitable for:

Higher and Advanced Higher students

What will we do?

A full day hands-on polymerase chain reaction (PCR) workshop for Higher and Advanced Higher Biology pupils. Using their own DNA, pupils will discover and compare their version of a bitter taste receptor gene (their genotype) to their ability to taste the bitter compound (their phenotype). They will use cutting-edge equipment to carry out the modern laboratory techniques of DNA extraction, PCR, restriction enzyme digestion and gel electrophoresis. The workshop will incorporate some time viewing relevant parts of the Museum's science galleries.

Length of session:

5hours 15minutes

Cost:

£10 per student

Timings:

10:15 am start. Check your booking for timings and arrive at the museum at least 15 minutes before the start of your workshop.

Dates available:

November

• Tuesday 14  FULLY BOOKED
• Wednesday 15  FULLY BOOKED
• Thursday 16  FULLY BOOKED
• Tuesday 21  FULLY BOOKED
• Wednesday 22  LIMITED NUMBER OF SPACES AVAILABLE 
• Thursday 23  FULLY BOOKED
• Tuesday 28  LIMITED NUMBER OF SPACES AVAILABLE
• Wednesday 29  FULLY BOOKED
• Thursday 30  FULLY BOOKED

Travel costs:

University of Edinburgh can reimburse any travel costs for state schools in deprived areas or outwith the Edinburgh Council area, via submission of a claim form (provided upon request) and receipts/ invoices.

Sustainable Development Goals:

3, 4, 8, 9