Congratulations to the 2008 winners and thank you all for participating. Happy DNA Day!
2008 Questions
Question 1
Discuss the practical implications that genetics research is playing in our lives today. Discuss where is might lead us in the next 10 years.
2008 Question 1 Winners
1st Place: Kristin Young, Grade 11
School: Athol High School
Location: Athol, MA
2nd Place: Elaine Chung, Grade 11
School: Montgomery Blair High School
Location: Silver Spring, MD
3rd Place: Christina Fagel, Grade 12
School: Archmere Academy
Location: Claymont, DE
Question 2
If you were a genetics researcher, what would you like to study and why?
2008 Question 2 Winners
1st Place: Laura Irei, Grade 11
School: Arcadia High School
Location: Phoenix, AZ
2nd Place: Briana Skalski, Grade 12
School: Archmere Academy
Location: Claymont, DE
3rd Place: Razan Dababo, Grade 10
School: Mercy High School
Location: Burlingame,CA
About the Contest
The contest aims to challenge students to examine, question, and reflect on the important concepts of genetics. Essays are expected to contain substantive, well-reasoned arguments indicative of a depth of understanding of the concepts related to the essay questions.
Essays are read and scored by at least two independent judges. A 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winner are chosen for each question.
Questions/Comments: Contact dnaday@ashg.org