The collection and analysis of DNA is an important tool in law enforcement. This presentation explores the challenge of establishing ethical and legal frameworks to guide the use of newly developed genetic technologies. How can we as a society use genetics to keep people safe, solve crimes, and, at the same time, develop policies that […]
PGED will host an exhibitor booth to support sharing and learning about genetics with families, educators, and other visitors at the 34th annual Rockville Science Day.
BaltiCon is a 4-day celebration of Science Fiction and Fantasy, celebrating its 59th anniversary this year! Rob is excited to attend and looks forward to serving as a panelist for three sessions: “My Favorite Monster,” “Religious Conflict in SF/F”, and “The Aliens Did Not Build Your Pyramids: Pseudoscience and Misinformation.”
Explore the intersection of science, innovation, and society with our ‘Introduction to Personal Genetics’ program. Technological developments in genetics have enabled people to become more informed healthcare consumers and connected to their extended family around the globe. This program explores applications of genetic technologies, including genetic testing, sequencing, and editing, for health, ancestry, and law […]
Athletics are often divided into men’s and women’s categories to foster fair competition, but efforts to define who qualifies to compete in the women’s events have been controversial. In this interactive event, attendees will use athletics (commonly referred to as “track and field” in the US) as a lens to examine the biology of sex […]
These monthly events are designed to help our community explore STEM topics through hands-on activities while also raising awareness about the wide range of STEM research facilities, companies, laboratories, non-profits, and community organizations in our area.
Introduction to Personal Genetics Are you curious about how your health relates to your genes? Have you ever wondered how ancestry testing works, and what such tests can (or cannot) tell you? Do you have questions about how law enforcement uses DNA in criminal investigations? Join us to learn, share, and reflect together about genetics […]
Where did humans come from? What makes us special? What can the study of our biology and behavior tell us about ourselves? Join scientists from the American Association of Biological Anthropology in an interactive, informal program to explore different areas of study within the field of biological anthropology, including human origins and evolution, primate behavior […]
Are you curious about how your health relates to your genes? Have you ever wondered how ancestry testing works, and what such tests can (or cannot) tell you? Do you have questions about how law enforcement uses DNA in criminal investigations? Join us to learn, share, and reflect together about genetics in relation to health, […]
New genetic technologies are allowing us to assess and alter our own DNA and that of other living things, which brings excitement about the potential for treating disease, as well as fear that some applications could lead to serious harms. This program will explore the history of genetics and how this history may be relevant […]
Technological developments in genetics have enabled people to learn about their ancestry and connect with relatives around the globe. This program explores the science behind genetic testing for ancestry and family history purposes, as well as its limitations. Participants will discuss concepts of ancestry and the impact that direct-to-consumer ancestry tests can have on their […]
Athletics are often divided into men’s and women’s categories in an effort to foster fair competition, but efforts to define who qualifies to compete in the women’s events have been controversial. Our conversation will focus on athletics (commonly referred to as “track and field” in the US) as a lens to examine the biology of […]