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Celebrating National DNA Day  at a Public Library:   Presented by  Lisa Chow, Maxine Cooper, Alice Dontanville, Shirley Hall,  Angeli Rasbury, and Doris Withers   American Library Association 2009 Virtual Poster Sessions February 2009 Reaching Out to the Community to Increase Awareness and Knowledge about the Human Genome and Genetics
About the Human Genome Project
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Collins, Francis, et al.,  A vision for the future of genomics research .  Nature  422 (April 2003)   The public must be knowledgeable to make informed decisions about participation in genomics research and to incorporate the findings of such research into their own health care.  [The public] must be knowledgeable to engage profitably in discussion and decision-making about the societal implications of genomics. The Human Genome Project & the Twenty-First Century Education
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National DNA Day is a unique day  when students, teachers and the public can learn more about genetics and genomics. It was created by and Act of the US Congress to commemorate the completion of the Human Genome Project in April 2003, and the discovery of DNA's double helix. http://www.genome.gov/10506367   The Brooklyn Public Library located in the largest borough of  New York City celebrated DNA Day to educate and engage the public about the Human Genome and genetics.  Explore this presentation to learn what we did and how the day turned out!
Planning for DNA Day at Brooklyn Public Library The Human Genome Project Community Conversations Committee
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DNA Day @ Brooklyn Public Library The Event on April 25 th The Human Genome Project Community Conversations Committee
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Getting the Word Out The Bookmark The Flyer
Preparing for DNA Day Library Staff, Professor, and College Students
DNA Day Welcoming Desk and Information Booth Slideshow about the National DNA Day activities and events at the Central Library. College students welcomed the public at the information booth where the public signed in and picked up packets of information and NHGRI brochures.  Display of new books, books in the Youth Wing, and other books on genetics and genomics.
The Program
Interactive Virtual Labs Explore the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) chatroom and webcasts, and other interactive websites, videos, and games to learn more about DNA, genetics and genomics.
Database Workshops Career Cruising:  Explore this interactive career resource and learn about careers in genetics. Teen Health & Wellness: Real Life, Real Answers  provides students with articles and self-help tools on topics including diseases, drugs, alcohol, nutrition, fitness, diversity, family life, and more.
Genetics and Family Health History How have genetic research and genealogy come together to improve health? Join Dr. Doris Withers, Professor at Medgar Evers College, CUNY and start your own family health history.
Arts & Crafts: DNA Models Building DNA models with candy!
Current Topics in Genomics DNA Day Ambassador Dr. Milton English, National Human Genome Research Institute, NIH, discusses  human genome, recent genomics research, and medical advances.  Panel Discussion   “Community Conversations: How You Can Be Involved.”
DNA Jeopardy Young people playing  the game.  What does DNA stand for? Play DNA jeopardy and win prizes!  Hint: Check out the Interactive Virtual Labs to get ready for DNA jeopardy.
Emerging Careers in DNA Sciences  Interested in careers? Dr. Milton English, a Brooklynite and a NHGRI genomics researcher, shares his insights.
Awards Reception Reception is for local DNA Day essay contest winners from Middle School 394, Mary McLeod Bethune Academy. Cash awards donated by Medgar Evers College, CUNY.
Evaluation of DNA Day @ Brooklyn Public Library Who came? How did we do? What did we find out?
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HGP3C ALA 2009 Virtual Poster

  • 1. Celebrating National DNA Day at a Public Library: Presented by Lisa Chow, Maxine Cooper, Alice Dontanville, Shirley Hall, Angeli Rasbury, and Doris Withers American Library Association 2009 Virtual Poster Sessions February 2009 Reaching Out to the Community to Increase Awareness and Knowledge about the Human Genome and Genetics
  • 2. About the Human Genome Project
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  • 4. Collins, Francis, et al., A vision for the future of genomics research . Nature 422 (April 2003) The public must be knowledgeable to make informed decisions about participation in genomics research and to incorporate the findings of such research into their own health care. [The public] must be knowledgeable to engage profitably in discussion and decision-making about the societal implications of genomics. The Human Genome Project & the Twenty-First Century Education
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  • 6. National DNA Day is a unique day when students, teachers and the public can learn more about genetics and genomics. It was created by and Act of the US Congress to commemorate the completion of the Human Genome Project in April 2003, and the discovery of DNA's double helix. http://www.genome.gov/10506367 The Brooklyn Public Library located in the largest borough of New York City celebrated DNA Day to educate and engage the public about the Human Genome and genetics. Explore this presentation to learn what we did and how the day turned out!
  • 7. Planning for DNA Day at Brooklyn Public Library The Human Genome Project Community Conversations Committee
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  • 13. DNA Day @ Brooklyn Public Library The Event on April 25 th The Human Genome Project Community Conversations Committee
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  • 16. Getting the Word Out The Bookmark The Flyer
  • 17. Preparing for DNA Day Library Staff, Professor, and College Students
  • 18. DNA Day Welcoming Desk and Information Booth Slideshow about the National DNA Day activities and events at the Central Library. College students welcomed the public at the information booth where the public signed in and picked up packets of information and NHGRI brochures. Display of new books, books in the Youth Wing, and other books on genetics and genomics.
  • 20. Interactive Virtual Labs Explore the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) chatroom and webcasts, and other interactive websites, videos, and games to learn more about DNA, genetics and genomics.
  • 21. Database Workshops Career Cruising: Explore this interactive career resource and learn about careers in genetics. Teen Health & Wellness: Real Life, Real Answers provides students with articles and self-help tools on topics including diseases, drugs, alcohol, nutrition, fitness, diversity, family life, and more.
  • 22. Genetics and Family Health History How have genetic research and genealogy come together to improve health? Join Dr. Doris Withers, Professor at Medgar Evers College, CUNY and start your own family health history.
  • 23. Arts & Crafts: DNA Models Building DNA models with candy!
  • 24. Current Topics in Genomics DNA Day Ambassador Dr. Milton English, National Human Genome Research Institute, NIH, discusses human genome, recent genomics research, and medical advances. Panel Discussion “Community Conversations: How You Can Be Involved.”
  • 25. DNA Jeopardy Young people playing the game. What does DNA stand for? Play DNA jeopardy and win prizes! Hint: Check out the Interactive Virtual Labs to get ready for DNA jeopardy.
  • 26. Emerging Careers in DNA Sciences Interested in careers? Dr. Milton English, a Brooklynite and a NHGRI genomics researcher, shares his insights.
  • 27. Awards Reception Reception is for local DNA Day essay contest winners from Middle School 394, Mary McLeod Bethune Academy. Cash awards donated by Medgar Evers College, CUNY.
  • 28. Evaluation of DNA Day @ Brooklyn Public Library Who came? How did we do? What did we find out?
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