HudsonAlpha Homeschool Day in the Lab

800 Hudson Way NW,Huntsville AL 35806

09 February, 2022

Description

This is a full-day, lab-based experience at HudsonAlpha exclusively for home school students ages 14-18. The HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology is excited to provide individual registrations for a one-day, hands-on experience exclusive to interested homeschool students ages 14-18. In this lab experience, students will examine the genetic roots of cancer, compare hereditary and non-hereditary cancers, and use the HNPCC kit to trace a cancer-related mutation through a family. In the lab, students will use a family medical history to create a pedigree and select likely candidates for genetic testing. Using gel electrophoresis, students will identify family members carrying the cancer‐linked mutation. Throughout the day, students will discuss ethical challenges related to genetic testing. This experience is on February 9, 2022 from 9:00 am- 2:00 pm with a break for lunch. Upon registration, please select the appropriate ticket type for if you would like to purchase a boxed lunch from HudsonAlpha or bring your own. This experience is for students only: due to capacity limitations, family members will not be allowed to attend or stay at HudsonAlpha for the duration of the experience. We will provide drop off and pick up information closer to time.  Eligibility and Tuition: Eligible to homeschool students ages 14-18Tuition + Boxed Lunch = $25 (catered lunch includes wrap, bag of chips, cookie and bottle of water)Tuition Only (Bringing your own lunch) = $15For needed cancellations, a full refund, minus fees, will be given until January 12, 2022. After that point, a half refund, minus fees, will be given until January 26, 2022. After January 26th, no refunds will be given for cancellations.Across all of our programs, HudsonAlpha will follow best practices for gathering safely. These practices may change based on recommendations from health officials, but currently include reducing overall capacity, social distancing, masking, and frequent symptom/temperature checks. Prior to registering, please review our Lab Safety Contract, Waiver and Release/Emergency Contact and COVID-19 Certifications and Expectations Forms. These are required to participate and will be included on the registration for signature.