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  • Introduction to Personal Genetics at the Public Library of New London – New London, CT

    Public Library of New London 63 Huntington Street, New London, CT, United States

    Gill was invited to present PGED’s ‘Introduction to Personal Genetics’ program at the Public Library of New London. Explore the intersection of science, innovation, and society. 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, […]

  • Personal Genetics in the Classroom with Amgen Biotech Experience – ONLINE

    PGED was invited to introduce teachers participating in the Amgen Biotech Experience (ABE MA) professional development workshop to our learning resources and Share Your Stance game! The ABE curriculum ties laboratory experiences to the development of medicines, using technologies employed by the biotechnology industry.

  • DNA, Crime, & Law Enforcement at Hall Memorial Library – Ellington, CT

    Hall Memorial Library 93 Main St, Ellington, CT, United States

    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 […]

  • Ancestry & Identity at Edward Smith Library – Northford, CT (POSTPONED)

    Edward Smith Library 3 Old Post Road, Northford, CT, United States

    Explore the intersection of science, innovation, and society with our ‘Introduction to DNA Ancestry Testing’ 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 genetic testing for ancestry and family history purposes. Attendees will have the opportunity to […]

  • No Coast SciComm Fun and Games Symposium, September 17, 2025

    Share Your Stance at No Coast SciComm Fun & Games Symposium – ONLINE

    Robin will be sharing the online version of our new game, Share Your Stance on Personal Genetics, with participants at the No Coast SciComm Fun & Games Symposium. The No Coast SciComm Fun & Games Symposium is all about using games in science communication—interactive science storytelling from tabletop to video games, from virtual reality to […]

  • DNA, Crime, & Law Enforcement at Atwater Memorial Library – North Branford, CT

    Atwater Memorial Library 1720 Foxon Rd, Branford, CT, United States

    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 […]

  • Engineering the World Around Us at Edward Smith Library – Northford, CT

    Edward Smith Library 3 Old Post Road, Northford, CT, United States

    Advances in genetic technologies are accompanied by questions for society about if, where, and how to apply these tools. A new generation of genetic tools has opened a pathway to engineering the world around us to potentially improve human health, agriculture, and the environment. In this program, we focus on three potential uses of genetic […]

  • Skype a Scientist. Want to talk to a scientist? You've come to the right place.

    Personal Genetics Engagement in Classrooms & Communities – Livestream w/Skype-A-Scientist – ONLINE

    Personal Genetics Education & Dialogue (PGED), a program based at Harvard Medical School, creates free resources for educators and communities to share and learn about advances in genetics and their applications — from gene editing to ancestry testing, personalized medicine, and uses in criminal justice. Join us for an interactive program to learn, share, and […]

  • Meeting the moment: Impactful science communication and education on genetics – ONLINE

    Marnie is excited to work with Dr. Shoumita Dasgupta (Professor of Medicine, Boston University) and Dr. Jeanne Chowning (Associate Vice President of Science Education, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center) to present a webinar on “Meeting the moment: Impactful science communication and education on genetics”. Hosted by the American Society of Human Genetics, this webinar will explore […]

  • Let’s Talk Genetics: A Workshop for Educators and Science Communicators – ONLINE

    How does your health relate to your genes? What can (and what can’t) commercial ancestry testing tell you? How does law enforcement use DNA in criminal investigations? Join Personal Genetics Education and Dialogue (PGED) for an interactive workshop about genetics advances and their applications, including how to foster conversations about these topics in classrooms and […]

  • The Science of Us: An Introduction to Biological Anthropology at the Baltimore Underground Science Space (BUGSS) – Baltimore, MD

    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 […]