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| − | <p>The sessions were highly dynamic and interactive . We kicked off with a mock quiz on biology. This was followed by hands-on experience in DNA isolation and bacterial streaking on LA plates. Kids were really excited working with micropipettes. Our team members also guided them regarding future opportunities in field as well as what to expect in the SynBio life. Since synthetic biology is relatively unknown in India, the team also gave an insight into the groundbreaking research in the field. We talked about our project and the possible technologies that could be revolutionised by its development. The session was concluded with a formal Q/A and the team talking about making a career in the field of biology.</p> | + | <p style="color:white;">The sessions were highly dynamic and interactive . We kicked off with a mock quiz on biology. This was followed by hands-on experience in DNA isolation and bacterial streaking on LA plates. Kids were really excited working with micropipettes. Our team members also guided them regarding future opportunities in field as well as what to expect in the SynBio life. Since synthetic biology is relatively unknown in India, the team also gave an insight into the groundbreaking research in the field. We talked about our project and the possible technologies that could be revolutionised by its development. The session was concluded with a formal Q/A and the team talking about making a career in the field of biology.</p> |
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Revision as of 20:39, 17 October 2018
Public Engagement
School Visits
The best learning takes place at school! iGEM IIT Delhi saw the standard textbooks studied by most of the students in India and we found that they were woefully lacking in knowledge regarding Synthetic Biology. To popularise Synthetic Biology as well as broaden the scientific know-how of students, the team visited 6 schools in Delhi -
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Balbharti School
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Bloom public School
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Introduction to Engineering(NIN)
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Springdale School
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Carmel Convent School
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Modern public School
