Celebrate DNA Day at Frost Science with a lineup of engaging programming that explores the fascinating molecular machinery that makes us tick. Scientists from the Hussman Institute for Human Genomics at University of Miami’s Miller School of Medicine will be on site with hands-on activities to help you learn about DNA and how it keeps our bodies functioning. You'll also find out about our relationships to other animals, plants and microbes through the lens of DNA. Here's what's in store:

LIVE SHOW
Meet the Gene Scientists – 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, and 3:00 PM
Ocean Gallery Stage, Power of Science Level 1
A short talk on genetics where you'll learn about current genetic research and technologies.

ACTIVITIES
So You Want to Be a Geneticist…
Learn about a summer program for high school students at the University of Miami, as well as possible career paths as a geneticist.

The Strawberry Patch
Learn how to extract DNA from strawberries using household ingredients.

History of Genetics/Genomics Project
Learn about the history of genetics and the field’s progress over the past 70 years. See one of the newest technologies, the Minion sequencer.

Baby Shark
A fun and educational coloring activity to learn about inherited traits.

Tree of Traits
Add your own leaf to Frost Science's “population” tree of genetic traits.

The Double Helix and the Codebreaker
Create your own strand of DNA. Learn how DNA encodes for amino acids to decipher a message.

CSI Miami
Dive into the field of forensic science by using genetics to solve a mystery.

Chromosomes and the Great Divide
Learn where DNA is stored in our bodies, and how it is passed down from generation to generation.

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