Alex is a senior biology major at Northwestern University. While she hopes to pursue a career in medical research, she has never given up her love of writing. Blogging seems to be the perfect place to explore the intersection of these interests!
is a publication by Science in Society, a Northwestern University research center for science outreach and public engagement.
With support from Science in Society and visiting scientists and faculty, high school students in this program undertake a genetics case study, learn about a hereditary health disorder, and use DNA-based laboratory diagnostics to determine the likelihood of mutation in the fictional patient. Afterward, students assess risk around...
