VIRTUAL GROUP PROGRAM

DIY Column Chromatography & Mass Spec in Research

• Date Range: October 2022 - May 2023
• Times Available: Wednesday, Thursday, 10am, 11am, 12:30pm, 1:30pm, 2:30pm
• Grade Levels: 8th Grade, 9th Grade, 10th Grade, 11th Grade, 12th Grade
• Class Size: minimum 8, maximum 30
• Months: January, February, March, April, May, October, November, December
• Requirements: Must register for program at least four weeks in advance.
• Fee: $50 per program
• Contact: Missy Chernick at melissa.chernick@naturalsciences.org

Learn how two lab techniques — column chromatography and mass spectrometry — work to make our lives better. Through this class and its DIY activities, students can learn about the chemical, physical, and biological principles that power these amazing technologies. Most importantly, learn about biotech careers and discover how this technology is crucial in new drug development, environmental issues, and even the safety of baby food!
Program length is 45 minutes.

This virtual program is designed to connect your group with a Museum educator online for an interactive program. Whether your students are learning from home or in the classroom (or both), using videoconferencing platforms, students can participate to learn about our natural world.

Curriculum Correlation(s):   8.P.1, 8.E.1, 8.L.2, 8.L.3, EX.8.P.1, EX.8.E.1, EX.8.L.2, Chm.1.1, Chm.1.2, Chm.1.3, Chm.2.1, Chm.3.2, Phy.1.1, Phy.1.2, Phy.3.1, Phy.3.2, Bio.2.1, Bio.2.2, Bio.4.1

Scheduling Instructions: Scheduling for the upcoming 2022-2023 school year will begin on Tuesday, August 16 for dates in October – January, and Tuesday, August 30 for dates in February – May. To schedule, please fill out the Virtual Group Program Scheduling Request Form.