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Virus Infection Lab

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The study of viruses shapes our understanding of genetics and biotechnology. Scientists at Brookhaven National Laboratory developed the T7 expression system, a viral replication “machine” that drives protein production in bacterial cells. Students will use T7 bacteriophage to understand virus life cycle and plaque formation. They’ll dilute a T7 phage culture and infect E.coli. To determine virus infectivity, students will identify plaques, clear zones due to virus replication, and cell death bacterial lawn.

Vocabulary: bacteriophage, capsid, lytic cycle, aseptic, plaque, ampicillin, green fluorescent protein (GFP)

Session Information  
  • 90-minute session, times are flexible
  • One class per session, maximum 30 students per class
  • Can book multiple activities in one day
  • $690 per session (BOCES-aidable)
  

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New York State Standards

New York State Science Learning Standards

Disciplinary Core Ideas Crosscutting Concepts Science and Engineering Practices

LS1.A: Structure and Function

LS1.B: Growth and Development of Organisms

Structure and Function

Scale, Proportion, and Quantity

 N/A

Next Generation English Language Arts Learning Standards

Speaking and Listening Language

Comprehension and Collaboration
Presentation of Knowledge and Ideas

 Vocabulary Acquisition and Use

 

Contact

Workforce Development and Science Education Office
Brookhaven National Laboratory
Building 438
Upton, NY 11973-5000

About Us

Using the unique scientific tools and intellectual resources of Brookhaven National Laboratory, the Office of Workforce Development and Science Education is dedicated to preparing future scientists, engineers, technicians, and educators. Our team of scientists and science educators designs and implements workforce development and education initiatives that advance the scientific mission of Brookhaven Lab and the U.S. Department of Energy.