Every year, I teach my students about mutations that happen resulting in cancer cells. Each time I teach it, students understand how it works, but can't fully grasp how mutations happen that result in mutations. With these Gel electrophoresis machines, I can help my students learn how gel electrophoresis is used to detect whether a person might have the p53 gene that indicates whether a person is at risk of developing cancer as 50% of those diagnosed with cancer have been tested positive for having this p53 gene. When students can learn about cancer, then test whether a person might be at risk, students can gain real-life valuable information that can not only help them learn the necessary information for passing the class, but also to give them real situations they might face later in life.
My main goal while educating my students, is not to just teach them information that will be forgotten as soon as they graduate high school, but to give them experiences in real life that will stick with them long into the future.
With these gel electrophoresis machines, I am giving my students the knowledge needed to help them succeed!
Nearly all students from low‑income households
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