Join EMBL-EBI and learn how you can use coding to study DNA!

Discover how a few simple lines of code can unlock the secrets hidden in biology. You'll explore the fundamentals of programming using Scratch and learn how scientists from the European Bioinformatics Institute (https://www.ebi.ac.uk/) use coding to study DNA, genes and living organisms. You will have the chance to write your very first programs in a fun, supportive environment.

This is a free event for children aged 8+. Places are limited and booking is essential. Parents/carers to stay with their children. Children and accompanying adults require one ticket each.

This event will take place on the 3rd floor of Cambridge Central Library, which is wheelchair accessible. There is a baby change and accessible toilet on site. There is Blue Badge holder parking at the Grand Arcade parking.

For full details of Central Library's facilities, please visit our website (https://info.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/kb5/cambridgeshire/directory/service.page?id=tAmhYRSUS10&camcommunitychannel=6-1).

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