SCIENTIFIC COURSES - Introductory

Workshop for Non-Scientists: Understanding GMOs in Foods

Date

    April 15, 2011

Cost and Requirements

    $125

REGISTRATION FORM

PAYMENT FORM

Content

Training will consist of one half day of training combining discussion and lecture with hands-on experience. No prior knowledge or experience is needed for this workshop.

Goals:

This practical course is for non-scientists who are interested in gaining an understanding of techniques used to create genetic modifications in food and test for their presence. Hands-on DNA and protein analysis solidifies knowledge gained in lecture and discussion. Specific objectives may vary depending on individual or group interest.

Objectives:

1. Illustrate how genetic modifications are created in cultivated food.

2. Detect genetic modifications using DNA based and protein based tests.

3. Gain an understanding of why foods are genetically modified, what happens when these changes are made, and what the difference is between using these techniques and “traditional” breeding techniques.

Nucleic Acid Isolation DNA isolation from food
Amplification and Gel Electrophoresis Visualize the DNA
Molecular Cloning rDNA technologies for genetic modification of food
Gene Expression Test for genetically modified proteins in food

Coordinators

  • Karin Borgh, Ph.D., Executive Director, BioPharmaceutical Technology Center Institute
  • Amy Prevost, M.S., Director, Scientific Courses, BioPharmaceutical Technology Center Institute

Instructor

    Amy Prevost, M.S., Director, Scientific Courses , BioPharmaceutical Technology Center Institute

Cancellation

  • If you have registered for a workshop but cannot attend, you may transfer the registration to a colleague within your organization, or you may transfer to another scheduled workshop within 12 months of the original.  There is no charge for transfers.
  • For cancellations made more than two weeks before the start of the workshop, you will be refunded the tuition fee minus a 5% fee.
  • For cancellations made within the two weeks prior to the workshop start date, half the tuition will be refunded.
  • No refunds will be made for non-attendance or withdrawals after the start of each workshop.

Note: The BTC Institute may cancel or postpone any workshop due to unforeseen circumstances. If this occurs, we will provide full tuition reimbursement.  We are not responsible for any related costs, charges, or expenses including imposed penalties by airlines, hotels, or travel agents.

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For More Information

Registration Qs:

Dr. Karin Borgh
Executive Director
608-277-2508
FAX: 608-273-6992
E-mail: karin.borgh@btci.org

Course Content Qs:

Amy Prevost, M.S.
Director, Scientific Courses
608-277-2466
FAX: 608-273-6992
E-mail: amy.prevost@btci.org