CLASS: Build-A-Gene (Now more CRISPR)

WHEN: Four Saturday Classes from 10am-2pm Please plan to attend all four days but only pay for 1 day through eventbrite!

WHAT: A course covering cutting-edge topics in gene manipulation. No previous lab experience necessary-while the concepts are extraordinary, this course is appropriate for those with no lab experience. Learn how to build genes from scratch, how to change and mutate DNA, work with the revolutionary CRISPR technology that is taking the research world by storm!

Additional support will be given with online materials that include videos and links to expand on knowledge and understanding.

If interested, we can assign digital badges through Credly. Badges that will be awarded to class participants that demonstrate understanding and basic skills. PLEASE let Sarah Laun [email protected] know you would like to receive digital badges before the class!

WHO: Class will be appropriate for adults, and advanced high school students

WHERE: Baltimore UnderGround Science Space (BUGSS) 101 N. Haven St suite 105 (King Cork and Seal Building)

COST: Please be prepared to attend the entire time. Costs (not including online processing fees) are $260 for non-members. DIY Community BUGSS members get 60% off!

60% Discounts for our awesome BUGSS members! Not a BUGSS member yet? Join our community of citizen scientists, thinkers, and tinkerers and get mega awesome benefits (also gain infinite cool points!) inquire with [email protected] or learn more here: http://www.bugssonline.org/payment.html

REGISTRATION CLOSES 1 WEEK BEFORE CLASS! (Saturday July 28th) Please sign up by then!

REFUNDS: Thank you for taking a class at BUGSS. The fees we charge help support BUGSS activities at making biotechnology accessible and provide assistance to those who can't afford the full tuition. Therefore we want you to be aware of our cancellation policy. If BUGSS cancels a course you will be refunded the entire course fee. If you have to cancel, cancellations made prior to 2 weeks before the course start date will be issued a full refund minus a $15.00 service fee. Cancellations within two weeks of the course start date will be granted a credit for future classes at BUGSS.