IMD in Canada
ICG Microscape – International Microorganism Day
When: 21 September 2024
Where: Discovery Centre, 1215 Lower Water Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
The International Microorganism Day (IMD) 2024 event, organized by Dalhousie University Institute for Comparative Genomics in collaboration with the Halifax Discovery Centre, will offer a hands-on, family-friendly experience designed to engage the public in the fascinating world of microorganisms. Through a series of interactive stations and activities, participants will explore the crucial roles microorganisms play in various ecosystems and their applications in science and technology. The event will feature a microorganism-themed scavenger hunt and coloring station for children, a live microscopy station showcasing microorganisms in real-time, and an eDNA station demonstrating cutting-edge environmental DNA technology. Experts from the Institute for Comparative Genomics and the Integrated Microbiome Resource will also be on hand to guide visitors through DNA processing and analysis, as well as to explain symbiotic relationships between plants and microorganisms.
Objective:
Raise public awareness of the importance of microorganisms.
Educate participants on the roles microorganisms play in ecosystems.
Inspire curiosity and appreciation for microbiology.
Demonstrate the diversity and significance of microorganisms.
Highlight the latest technological innovations in microbiology.
Engage participants of all ages through hands-on activities and expert guidance.