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DNA Learning Lab at Science Centre Singapore

Run by Science Centre Singapore / Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory

In personScience Centre Singapore, Jurong East, SingaporeWorkshops of 1.5 to 2.5 hours; some programmes run 1 to 2.5 daysSGD 8 to 45 per student per programme (2025 MOE-school rates, GST included); school bookings onlyOpenLow effort

About this opportunity

<p>The DNA Learning Lab at Science Centre Singapore is a dedicated teaching laboratory for hands-on genetics education, set up in partnership with Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory's Dolan DNA Learning Center and Singapore's Ministry of Education. Student groups run real molecular biology experiments to build life-sciences literacy.</p><ul><li>Activities include DNA extraction, gene transfer of fluorescent protein (GFP), DNA profiling for forensic analysis, and bioinformatics/sequence inspection</li><li>Programmes are calibrated from Primary through to JC level, with sessions ranging from 1.5-hour workshops to programmes of one to 2.5 days</li><li>Bookings go through schools via the Science Centre's schools portal; the DNA Lab Programme Booklet lists the full catalogue</li><li>Part of a long-running MOE–CSHL collaboration to raise genetics education across Singapore</li><li>Held at the DNA Learning Hub at Science Centre Singapore in Jurong East</li></ul><p>Teachers arrange class visits through the Science Centre's schools booking portal; session details and fees are published in the programme booklet.</p>

Who can apply

Primary to JC students, booked through schools

How to apply

Classes are only available through school bookings: your school books a DNA Learning Lab session with Science Centre Singapore (enquiries to dnalab@science.edu.sg or 6425 2442).

What you get

Certificate

Frequently asked

Who runs this?+

Run by Science Centre Singapore / Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory.

Who can apply?+

Primary to JC students, booked through schools

Is it paid?+

Cost: SGD 8 to 45 per student per programme (2025 MOE-school rates, GST included); school bookings only.

How do I apply?+

Classes are only available through school bookings: your school books a DNA Learning Lab session with Science Centre Singapore (enquiries to dnalab@science.edu.sg or 6425 2442).

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Last verified 27 September 2026·Updated 29 September 2026