April 25th has been designated National DNA Day to commemorate the completion of the Human Genome Project and the discovery of the double helix.
To celebrate National DNA Day, the Genomics Program has planned several fun events throughout April. Join us for any or all of these events and help us kick off DNA Day with style!
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April 10 - I'm into your genes: A day in the life of a genetic counselor
4 pm
Huntsman Cancer Institute, 6th floor auditorium
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April 11 The Power of DNA: Discovering Lost and Hidden Relationships
10-11 am
Family History Library (35 North West Temple, Salt Lake City)
Presented by the Sorenson Molecular Genealogy Foundation
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April 16 Ghost in Your Genes movie premier
12-1 pm
Room 132, Utah Department of Health
Join us for the PBS special “Ghost in Your Genes" and discussion on the fascinating science of epigenetics. Epigenetics will help us understand how our environmental interacts with our genes to affect our health.
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April 23 - Personalized medicine over the web: What is new? What is available? What is for real?
12-1 pm
McKay Dee Hospital, East auditorium
Presented by Intermountain Healthcare Clinical Genetics Institute
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April 24 - Personalized medicine over the web: What is new? What is available? What is for real?
12:30 - 1:30 pm
Intermountain Medical Center, East auditorium
Presented by Intermountain Healthcare Clinical Genetics Institute
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April 25 "Horton Hears About Hereditary Cancer" brown bag presentation
12-1 pm
Room 125, Utah Department of Health
Video conferencing available, contact Ali Martin at alimartin@utah.gov for more information.
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May 6 "DNA: Secret of Photo 51" Science Movie Night
6:30 pm
Salt Lake City Main Library (210 East 400 South) main floor auditorium
Join us for a FREE movie to celebrate DNA Day. Louisa Stark, Director of the Genetic Science Learning Center, will be on hand to talk about the fascinating discovery of DNA.
Want to celebrate DNA Day on your college campus? Look here for fun ideas on how to promote DNA Day.
