A Hardy-Weinberg simulator shows the effects of selection, genetic drift, and population bottlenecks on gene evolution. A participant's mt sequence is used to find similar sequences in the primary gene repository, Genbank. Participants use the Digital Image Archive of the American Eugenics Movement to explore documentary evidence of the social impact of misuse of genetics during the first third of the 20th century-with an eye for parallels to current research. DNA similarities illustrate the shared evolutionary history of all living things. DNA preserves a history of interspecies interaction and illustrates the dynamic nature of the genome.
Simple organisms are models for gene function in complex organisms.
Genetic information has important personal and social implications. Expert guest seminars are provided by local scientists. Room and board and limited travel funds are available for participants who live beyond commuting distance to the workshop site. Complete an application, available at the top of this page. Have support statement signed by school officials.