Mini Medical School: The Promise and Power of Genome Engineering
Explore how science is rewriting the blueprint of life.
Join us for a fascinating three-part Mini Medical School series that dives into the transformative world of genome engineering—a fast-moving field with the potential to reshape medicine, agriculture, and the future of health.
Learn from leading University of Minnesota experts who are helping shape the future of this science. You'll hear from researchers using genome engineering to fight inherited disorders, improve cancer therapies, and develop novel approaches that impact everything from patient care to sustainable food production. Whether you're new to the topic or want a deeper understanding of DNA editing, this series offers a front-row seat to tomorrow’s breakthroughs.
This series is virtual and free to attend.
For more than 25 years, Mini Medical School has offered a unique glimpse into the health sciences at the University of Minnesota, with many dedicated community learners coming back each year to learn about different health topics. Presented using common language for ease of understanding complex topics, your guides are internationally renowned experts who are shaping the way health care is delivered locally and globally.