Amazing Science

The IGMM opened it's doors to pupils from Broughton High School: December 2012

The IGMM was proud to recently open its doors to Senior pupils from Edinburgh's Broughton High School for a visit to witness and experience some of the world-leading research being conducted at the newly formed institute, right on their doorstep. 

The event involved IGMM scientists showcasing examples of their work, including mutation screens with nematode worms, fluorescent gene fusions in understanding eye development, the use of computer science in biological research, identifying mutations in human diseases, and the application of both physics and computer science in biological imaging such as microCT and optical projection tomography. The event was a great success and the students really enjoyed themselves and were very engaged, showing great understanding and asking some very challenging questions of our researchers. 

The students, currently studying Higher Grade Sciences, were invited through an initiative developed by Dave Cockburn at BHS and Dr Joe Rainger of The IGMM, who felt that giving them the opportunity to see cutting-edge science conducted by real-life scientists could enthuse them into considering scientific careers and choosing to study sciences at a higher level. Future similar events are planned to continue and develop the link between the school and the institute in the New Year, this time engaging with younger pupils to encourage them into choosing science subjects at standard grade level.