Laura Watson Biology/Science Department

Variation is one of the topics which has been introduced into our S2 Science course. This unit of work involves the pupils learning about cells, DNA, genes and PGD. One of the activities that is carried out is the Wizard Gene experiment which I was introduced to on a SSERC CPD event.

This activity gives the pupils the opportunity to carry out work using gel electrophoresis which simulates DNA profiling.  The pupils thoroughly enjoyed taking part in the experiement which is shown in these pictures.