2009 Science Safari & Science Expedition Session Descriptions
Dissecting Quail Embryos You will observe and dissect quail embryos of different, early stages of development. You will practice the same techniques that are used in the college lab in the research program to place embryonic cells in culture.
Making Lotion We will use chemistry to make our own hand lotion! And we don't just add color and scent, we start from scratch! Each participant takes home a sample.
Brainology Build your own model neuron and participate in activities that will show you how messaging occurs from your noggin to your fingers! Compete against your friends while doing the Stroop test.
Geocaching for Kids Do you like scavenger hunts? Learn how to find treasures (caches) using a GPS unit.
Bubble Gum Mania Do you know how much sugar is in a piece of Bubble Yum? Or which bubble gum has the most sugar? How about sugar-free gum? You'll learn how to use the scientific method to figure out just how much sugar you're putting in your mouth.
Pancake Chemistry What's the key to a good pancake? Could it really have something to do with science? Find out and bring your taste testers!
Comets and Constellations Make an edible comet and learn about the constellations that you can find in the night sky.
Magnify my World! Ever look at a bug up close and personal? How about your own cells? We'll look at small and large specimen and learn how to use microscopes in a fun way!

Cool 'Puters!

Create your own computer program, web site and other cool computer stuff--all the while learning how it all works!
P-O-L-Y-M-E-R-S Make some slime, skewer a balloon and learn about polymers!
Genetics Students will discover the basics of Mendelian genetics by creating imaginary creatures and then eating them!
You're Gonna Drink That? Participants will learn about the two major sources of drinking water; surface and ground water. They will test for certain water quality parameters in the Fox River and in well water and will learn how water moves by groundwater flow.
The Chemistry of Foods Be a food investigator to discover what's in your food! Using chemical tests, you may find sugar, starch, vitamin C or acids. Food samples are provided, but you may bring in your own samples to test, if you wish (small solids samples, 1/4 cup liquid samples).
Film Canister Rockets Fun, interactive experience learning about Newton's 3rd Law of Motion. Make your own to take home!
Don't Get Caught Dirty-Handed! What is a germ and how are germs spread? Can you stop germs from spreading simply by washing your hands? How many germs are on everyday objects? We'll look at glowing germs, learn how diseases are spread, and make sure you aren't caught with dirty hands.
Get Electrified! Ever rub your feet across the carpet and then touch your brother/sister/dog? Remember what happened? Let's find out about static electricity!
Buggin' Out! Come look at our specimen and find out about bugs around us! Racing bugs and all!
Plants 101 We'll learn about the fun way to "change" the color of flowers and plant our own cuttings for you to bring home.