November 7-9, 2008

Friday, 10 am – 4 pm
Saturday and Sunday, 10 am – 5 pm

NWABR has teamed up with Pacific Science Center and Washington Biotechnology & Biomedical Association (WBBA) to present the second annual Life Sciences Research Weekend, Nov. 7-9.

The event showcases the great research and talented scientists in our community. It is an opportunity for children and parents to meet real scientists and see the passion that scientists have for the work they do.

Research institutions and companies throughout the state will host hands-on activities that reflect the innovative life sciences research that they are doing. The activities are designed to engage children – and their parents!

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HIGHLIGHTS

Squish strawberries to extract DNA … handle a heart valve … touch a sheep brain … view a virtual snow world. These are just a sampling of the activities that await you.

The following organizations will have exhibits:

Amgen
Benaroya Research Institute
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center
Institute for Systems Biology
Iverson Genetic Diagnostics
NWABR
Northwest Center for Research on Eating Behaviors
Renton Technical College
Seattle Biomedical Research Institute
Swedish Medical Center
UW Biochemistry
UW Biomedical Engineering Society
UW Computer Science and Engineering
UW Genetically Engineered Materials Science & Engineering Center (GEMSEC)
UW Mechanical Engineering, HITS Lab
UW Medicine, South Lake Union Group
UW Molecular and Cellular Biology Program
UW Neurobiology & Behavior Community Outreach
WSU Dept. of Horticulture & LA
Youth Take Heart (UW Engineered Biomaterials and The Hope Heart Institute)

Friday Demonstrations, 11am and 1 pm

Dr. Eric Chudler, UW Bioengineering: “Journey into the Brain”

Take a trip into a human brain. Exactly what is your brain made of? Learn about the amazing cells that make up the brain and the connections that are so important for the many functions of your brain.

Other Life Sciences Research Week Activities

Wed., Nov. 5th

“Diabetes Research: Participation Critical”
4:00-7:00 pm, Museum of History and Industry
2700 24 th Ave E , Seattle, WA 98112
presented by NWABR, WBBA, and the American Diabetes Association
The presentation is free but registration is required.
See event registration at www.washbio.org.

Science on Tap: “Health Care Policy: What to Expect from the New Administration”
featuring Michael Von Korff and Diana E. H. Birkett, from Group Health Cooperative
7:30-9:00 pm, T.S. McHughs Irish Pub, 21 Mercer St., Seattle
presented by Science on Tap, Pacific Science Center and KCTS Public Television

Thurs., Nov. 6th

“Teaming Up for Global Health: Frontiers of Research on Infectious Diseases”
featuring Dr. Guy Palmer, WSU’s Director for the School for Global Animal Health and Dr. Sam Miller, UW Director of the Northwest Regional Center for Excellence for Biodefense and Emerging Infectious Diseases Research
7:00 pm, 130 Kane Hall, University of Washington
Presented by UW, WSU, NWABR and WBBA
The presentation is free but registration is required.
See event registration at www.washbio.org
Event flyer

Information for Exhibitors

Life Sciences Research Weekend at the Pacific Science Center features interactive life sciences displays for children and their parents, designed to elevate understanding and appreciation of life sciences research and career opportunities.

Co-presented by the Northwest Association for Biomedical Research, the Washington Biotechnology & Biomedical Association, and the Pacific Science Center.

The Life Sciences Research Weekend is a fantastic opportunity for our young people to connect with the world renowned biotechnology institutions that call the Pacific Northwest home. I applaud their efforts to inspire students to pursue careers in the life sciences.
- Senator Patty Murray

As the son of a high school biology teacher, I am proud represent the region leading the world in biotechnology and global health research. I applaud the organizers of the Life Sciences Research Weekend in their efforts to inspire the next generation of world-changing scientists.
- Congressman Jay Inslee

Please contact Reitha Weeks, Resident Scientist, NWABR, for more information.