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Exploring genomics at every age

Activities and teaching resources to bring genomics into your classroom or home for any age

At Illumina, we're on a mission to improve human health by unlocking the power of the genome

We are committed to empowering students to envision themselves as future scientists, innovators and trailblazers through STEM Education.

The future of our mission is reliant on nurturing and equipping the next generation. Through direct programming, nonprofit partners, and engaging our employees, we aim to enable educators to be advocates of genomics and inspire learners to envision themselves as our future STEM leaders.

Genomics activities

Are you new to genomics and interested in exploring ways to connect the science, its applications and potential to curriculum and lesson plans?

Genomics 101: At Home

Learn about DNA, genetics and more in our at-home video series hosted by Illumina employees.

Genomics Activity Book

This activity book is a great tool to introduce DNA to elementary students.

DNA Day Coloring Page

Celebrate DNA Day with this coloring page.

Genomics rap

Listen to our genomics rap in collaboration with the Music Notes.

Genomics classroom lessons

Are you integrating genomics into your student learning and seeking more resources to deepen engagement?

Explore careers with I Am a Scientist

I Am a Scientist teamed up with Illumina to create Spark Kits featuring inspiring scientists doing cutting-edge work. These multimedia kits include stories, lesson plans, illustrations, and career support for students interested in pursuing diverse careers in biotechnology.

Adventures in Genomics

Explore amazing genomic discoveries and meet the scientists behind the breakthroughs.

Explore Illumina through a virtual field trip

Take students inside the labs at Illumina to explore cutting-edge sequencing technology that is being used to decode living things and revolutionize everything from medicine to agriculture to sustainability.

Extract DNA from a strawberry!

Watch a scientist extract DNA from a strawberry or request free kits to run this experiment yourself.

For students of all ages.

Deepen your understanding

Do you have advanced genomics knowledge and want to deepen your students’ experience and opportunities?

DNA Decoded: curriculum for high schools

Use classroom curriculum aligned with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) to teach high school students about DNA, genomic applications, and careers in biotech.

Illumina genomic discoveries

A partnership between Illumina and Generation STEAM that provides opportunities for classrooms to access free Genomics curriculum through the means of hands-on wet lab experiences and in a virtual simulation lab format.

Illumina virtual lab

Put your lab coat and safety glasses on and get ready to explore Illumina’s virtual lab. Teachers and students can virtually prep DNA to go on a sequencer and learn the technology behind how our sequencers are used by real life customers.

Illumina podcast

Hear directly from the people whose work in genomics is shaping the way we think about science and our world. Listen as leading scientists discuss the impact of genomics.

Discover careers in genomics

If you’re an educator looking to share more about career possibilities in genomics with your classroom, or a student wondering if a career in genomics is right for you, you’ve come to the right place.

With the help of our employees, we’ve created a series of career cards to highlight career opportunities in the field of genomics. These cards provide a snapshot of in-demand roles here at Illumina, including education requirements, average starting salary, and essential job skills.

We’ve also asked employees to give you the inside scoop on what their day-to-day looks like. Find out what they work on, who they work with, and just how varied the wide world of genomics really is.

Learn more about being a Genetic Counselor

Learn more about being a Clinical Lab Scientist

Learn more about being an A.I./Deep Learning Engineer

Learn more about being a Bioinformatician

Learn more about being a Bioengineer

Learn more about being a H.R./Talent Acquisition Specialist

Learn more about being a Territory Account Manager

Stories of #Genomics4All in action

Kansas City Lights the Night with a New Research Institute

Genomic sequencing is giving families hope in the face of uncertainty at Children’s Mercy Hospital in Kansas City.

Igniting Genomic Literacy in the Classroom

Empowering students to envision themselves as future scientists, innovators, and trailblazers.

In Full Transparency: A Year of CSR at Illumina

Our 2021 CSR Report documents a year of positive impact.

Bringing Sophisticated Lab Experiences to High School Classrooms

Jessica Bosch fosters students’ love of science through the Illumina Genomic Discoveries program.

View more stories

Questions?

Please reach out to the team at illuminacares@illumina.com

Follow the Illumina Genomics 101 playlist on YouTube and #genomics4all on social media.

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Exploring genomics at every age

At Illumina, we're on a mission to improve human health by unlocking the power of the genome

Celebrate DNA Day with us on April 25

Genomics activities

Genomics classroom lessons

Deepen your understanding

Discover careers in genomics

Stories of #Genomics4All in action

Questions?