Description:

Learn about your cells up close and personal! During this interactive session, scientists from
Thermo Fisher Scientific in Eugene will be there for a day filled with microscopy lessons. The
students will use cells provided to stain different structures (DNA, nuclei, membranes, etc.) and
visualize them on a fluorescence microscope. They will also take a cheek swab to stain and
visualize their own cells! In addition, we will be exploring the morphology of different tissue
types in the body (ovary, tonsil, and appendix to name a few). We are also including a lesson
detailing the fluorescent cell dyes used, how they work, and some fun with the color
wheel/glow sticks.

Available: 3/20

Price: $0.00 Taxes waived

Required age: 8 - 12 on the day of the activity

Notes: Drop Off with ESC staff on the corner of Agate St and 13th. Pick up information and a map will be sent closer to the date. 

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