MIT Presents: Biotechnology and Lab Techniques with MIT Biology Hands-on Models

Friday, October 30, 2026 at 2:30 PM–3:45 PM CDT

Pegasus B

Session Description

Experience lab procedures on the molecular level! Model restriction enzyme digestions and gel electrophoresis. Perform PCR cycles with primers and temperature changes. Learn the original function of the CRISPR Cas9 system and its potential uses.

Session Category

Biotechnology

Primary Presenter

Dr. Amanda Gruhl Mayer, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

City

Dedham

State

Co-Presenters

Dr. Kathleen Vandiver, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

City

Lexington