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EMBL have put together a classroom resource that helps students understand the key concepts in PCR through purely paper-based activities

There might be certain techniques that are essential for students to understand whilst studying genomics – in the UK, Germany and many other European countries, PCR and gel electrophoresis are usually core elements of the curricula.

These techniques are often better suited to ‘doing’ rather than just reading about – but how can we achieve this on a low budget?

The science education team at EMBL have put together a classroom resource that helps students understand the key concepts in PCR through purely paper-based activities.

We’ve also linked below some other great paper-based activities to help students understand key genomics principles and techniques.

What are your favourite paper-based or low budget activities to support students’ understanding of genomics techniques?

Link:

Copy That! (ELLS) : Paper based PCR activity

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