Join Lab-Aids at the National Association of Biology Teachers (NABT) Conference this November in Indianapolis, IN.
Make sure to mark your calendars to attend our workshops and stop by our booth to talk us.
WORKSHOPS:
Biology: Cell Differentiation and Gene Expression
From the High School Science and Global Issues Biology: Redesigned for the NGSS
Students often have trouble conceptualizing how selective gene expression works. In this workshop, participants will use manipulatives to teach this concept and explain how it is connected to genetic engineering. Innovative activities are selected from the new Science and Global Issues: Biology program from SEPUP and LAB-AIDS. Activities focus on ways to integrate selective gene expression as a relevant and engaging sustainability issue.
Date: 11/12 | Time: 9:00-10:15a | Location: Room 302/303
Biology: Exploring the Evolutionary Connection Between Cystic Fibrosis and Tuberculosis
Use a computer simulation to analyze and interpret mathematical data that explores the evolutionary connection between cystic fibrosis (a genetic disease) and tuberculosis (an infectious disease) and evaluate mathematical representation. Takeaways: 1. Learn about the cause-and-effect relationship between being a CF carrier and experiencing less severe TB symptoms; 2. Explore the mathematical effects of changing environmental variables (prevalence of TB and access to high quality health care) on the frequency of the CF mutation; and 3. Make predictions about the future frequency of the CF mutation based on advances in treatment of CF.
Date: 11/12 | Time: 11:15a-12:30p | Location: Room 302/303