Saturday DNA! NYC - Sweet Genes

Sat Dec 06 2025 at 01:00 pm to 03:00 pm UTC-05:00

DNALC NYC @ City Tech | Brooklyn

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory DNA Learning Center
Publisher/HostCold Spring Harbor Laboratory DNA Learning Center
Saturday DNA! NYC - Sweet Genes
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Join us for a unique day of science experiments good enough to eat!
About this Event

In this tasty journey through genetics, we will explore the real-world concepts that shape evolution. We will use M&Ms to simulate genetic drift, learn about population genetics with gummy bears, and even make gingerbread people to demonstrate inheritance and the connection between phenotypes and genotypes. All the candy and cookies can be taken home at the end of the day to enjoy. 

In this session, participants will:

  • Demonstrate natural selection and genetic drift using candy, and how each of these can influence evolution;
  • Understand the difference between phenotype and genotype;
  • Learn about dominant and recessive alleles; and 
  • Track traits through multiple generations for an endangered (gummy) bear breeding program.

Appropriate for ages 10 to 14. Chaperone participation is welcome (chaperones must purchase their own ticket), but not required. 


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

DNALC NYC @ City Tech, 62 Tillary St, Brooklyn, United States

Tickets

USD 28.29

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