Education Technology

STEM Behind Health: Breast Cancer Research

Technology: TI-Nspire™ Technology
Topic: Teaching Resources
Speakers: Jeff Lukens, Dr. Kristi Egland

As we approach Breast Cancer Awareness Month, STEM Behind Health will connect students to valuable classroom math and science content and allow them to explore current research and careers associated with seeking personal cures to breast cancer.

This webinar will focus on:

  • The STEM Behind Health activity, “Breast Cancer: When Good DNA Goes Bad,” and the genetics and exponential growth associated with cancer cells
  • Careers in medicine and research associated with the real world of cancer research
  • An introduction to the concepts of genetic mutations and precision medicine as it pertains to cancer diagnostics and treatment
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