Azabu University will hold a “Science Experiment Technology Workshop” for high school teachers by Azabu University faculty. This workshop, which started in 2013, is now in its 10th year.

 The "Science Experiment Technology Workshop" introduces techniques that can be used in high school science classes through practical training. Aim for content that can be returned.

 The workshop will be held three times on August 2023 (Thursday), October 8 (Tuesday), and November 10 (Monday), 10. From DNA extraction to PCR -Consider classes for hands-on experience of basic DNA technology-", "Human genetic diversity using DNA extraction from oral mucosa and PTC taste test".

 High school science teachers can take the course, and the participation fee is free.Apply in advance from the application form (first-come-first-served basis).The outline of the program is as follows.Azabu University hopes that this workshop will be useful in conveying to students the fascination of science, especially the wonders of life.

■Microscopic Specimen Preparation Series 9 "Stomach/Small Intestine"
Date: Thursday, August 2023, 8 10:10-00:16
Person in charge: Associate Professor Masakatsu Takanashi (Pathology Laboratory, Faculty of Life and Environmental Sciences)
Assistant Professor Yuichi Koyama (Pathology Laboratory, Faculty of Life and Environmental Sciences)
Associate Professor Nobutsune Ichihara (Department of Anatomy XNUMX, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine)

■From extraction of genomic DNA to PCR ~Thinking about classes for hands-on experience of basic DNA techniques~
Date: Tuesday, October 2023, 10 24:10-30:16
Person in charge: Associate Professor Hiroshi Murayama (Biochemistry Laboratory, Faculty of Life and Environmental Sciences)

■ "Human genetic diversity using DNA extraction from oral mucosa and PTC taste test"
Date: November 2023, 11 (Monday) 13:10-30:15
Person in charge: Professor Kazuaki Tanaka (Laboratory of Animal Engineering, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine)

Reference: [Azabu University] Azabu University will hold a science experiment technology workshop (free participation fee) for high school science teachers in its 10th year.

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The roots of Azabu University go back to the "Tokyo Veterinary Training Center" established in 23 by Totaka Yokura in Azabu, Tokyo (currently Minami Azabu, Minato-ku). Opened as Azabu Veterinary University in 1890 and renamed Azabu University in 1950.At Azabu University, under the founding spirit of "the study of science and sincere practice" […]

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