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…

A Biotechnology in Paris: Science, Sports, and the Summer Olympics

The Summer Olympics are a pinnacle of human athletic achievement, where the world's best athletes come together to compete at the highest level. But behind the scenes, another set of remarkable feats is taking place, driven by advancements in biotechnology.…

Top Five Blog Posts of 2023

Believe it or not, the Edvotek blog was founded in April of 2014! For a few years, it lived on our main website at Edvotek.com. That blog has been retired, and we returned here to blog.edvotek.com. In that time, we have published…