This 2-day workshop will introduce participants to the fundamentals of DNA-Extraction, Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) and Agarose Gel-Electrophoresis. These versatile tools can be used for DNA analysis, the generation of genetically modified organisms and other molecular biology experiments. Participants will learn how to extract DNA from algae samples, design and optimize PCR experiments, separate DNA fragments by size and subsequently visualize them. The workshop includes a theoretical introduction but will focus on hands-on work in the DIY-Biolab. Participation on both days is required.
Julian Chollet is a (no)mad scientist, curious student and informal teacher with a background in molecular biology. He is working on the endless and underexplored biodiverity of microbes, fungi and phages - with the aim to liberate the world from microphobia through workshopology, fermentation and microscopy. His current main project focuses on creative learning environments and public participation in science with emphasis on the invisible world.