Biotech Basics: Transformation and Conjugation

Bacteria, with their simple structure and rapid reproduction, have developed intricate mechanisms to exchange genetic material. Horizontal gene transfer (HGT) is the exchange of genetic material between organisms. HGT plays a crucial role in bacterial evolution and adaptation. Here's a…

Biotech Basics: How Scientists Study Genes

Genes are the fundamental units of heredity, carrying the instructions that dictate the development, functioning, and reproduction of all living organisms. Studying these genetic blueprints helps scientists unlock the mysteries of biological processes, understand diseases, and advance medical treatments. Scientists…

DNA Extraction Necklaces

Camp Edvotek is back with another summer science activity related to Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) extraction. This is a quick and easy activity that will teach campers about the biochemistry of DNA and the principles behind DNA isolation methods. Campers will…

Agar Art: A Summer STEAM Activity

While many view art and science as separate fields, they often overlap. Art frequently guides, challenges and inspires the scientific process while scientific advancements have contributed to many artistic works. Incorporating art into scientific subjects is a great way to…