Students were able to manipulate DNA using micropipettes, getting hands-on experience of how enzymes are used to 'cut' genes out of one bacterial plasmid before inserting it into another. They then used PCR to amplify the recombinant DNA before visualising it using electrophoresis. Thanks go to our lab technicians Mrs Wilson and Mrs Whittaker, who worked hard behind the scenes to make this happen. Year 7 Biology club were also able to make use of the micropipettes in a fun session, making pictures by pipetting coloured dye as well as exploring how the technology could be used to establish the parenthood of orangutans!