UW Biology Open House
Location
University of Washington, Seattle Campus, Life Sciences Building and Greenhouse
3447 W Stevens Way NE
Seattle, WA 98195
Description
Join the UW Biology Open House event! This event is free of cost, and families and science enthusiasts of all ages are welcome. The UW Department of Biology is a large, collaborative, and integrative department – meaning their research and teaching spans from cellular and molecular biology to global climate change to paleontology to plant biology. Their department is among the largest undergraduate degree programs at the UW and is a vital STEM pipeline for the state of Washington. Come learn about the exciting things our department is doing from experts in their fields! The UW Biology Greenhouse will also be open for visitors!
- How have penguins adapted to survive climate change?
- How is neuron fate decided during development?
- Why are mosquitoes attracted to us?
- Do plants really “defend” themselves against insect predators?
- How does the brain really work?
- Does the Greenhouse really have a stinky corpse plant and when will it bloom next?
You'll also be able to touch invertebrates, brains, fossils...and more!
| Saturday, May 17 | 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. | UW Life Sciences Building and Greenhouse | Free | All ages |
Cost
Free
Neighborhood
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