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National DNA Day: April 30, 2004
 National DNA Day commemorates the completion of the Human Genome Project in April 2003 and the discovery of DNA's double helix a half century ago.
The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), in cooperation with the American Society of Human Genetics [ashg.org], the Genetic Alliance [geneticalliance.org] and the National Society of Genetic Counselors [nsgc.org] want to help inspire the next generation of scientists who will use the human genome sequence to benefit human health.
Give Us Your Feedback on National DNA Day Activities:
Take a few moments to share your experience with the DNA Day activities provided on this page.
For questions about DNA Day or the DNA Day resources, please send an e-mail to: dnaday@mail.nih.gov
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Life in the Lab: A new video for DNA Day (open captioned) (closed captioned)
Learn what it is like to choose the career of a scientist from three young and very different individuals who decide to invest their lives in research. To view this webcast you will need RealPlayer, which you can download for free for either a PC or a Macintosh computer.
DNA Day Teaching Tools:
- DNA - The Next Generation
An Educational Videocast
Nobel laureate James Watson and NHGRI Director Francis Collins discuss the history and future of human genetics.
- Exploring our Molecular Selves
An online multimedia education tool that explores the Human Genome Project.
- Genetics Education Modules for Teachers
A series of teaching modules, including specific teaching plans to present the history, facts and genetic terminology behind the Human Genome Project, and the ethical, legal and social questions surrounding the discoveries and advancements of this research.
- Genetics Mentorship Program [genetics.faseb.org]
A nationwide program created to provide genetics experts for the classroom.
- Human Genetic Variation
An online curriculum supplement that studies the basics of human genetics.
- Joint Genome Institute from the Department of Energy
The Department of Energy (DOE) includes a dramatic, full-color educational poster entitled "Genomics: The Human Genome and Beyond," available free to teachers and genomics professionals. The placemat-sized poster features basic information on DNA, protein synthesis, the genome sequencing process, comparative genomics, human differences and mutations, and genomics applications.
- National DNA Day Ambassador Program
The Ambassador Program is conducted on or around National DNA Day. Faculty, staff and postdoctoral fellows from the NHGRI visit high schools across the country to talk to students about genomic science and how it will influence the future of biology, medicine and society. The ambassador program provides an opportunity for students, specifically including those from underrepresented and disadvantaged populations, to get excited about careers in science and increase their awareness of how rapid changes in the areas of genetics and genomics will affect their everyday lives.
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Last Reviewed: October 2004
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