BioCoding

BioCoding

Biology has undergone a fundamental transformation over the last two decades. The sequencing of the human genome and the rise of high-throughput technologies have generated an unprecedented explosion of biological data. Today, biology is as much a data science as it is a laboratory science. The developing field of bioinformatics bridges the gap by combining computer programming with biological research. This interdisciplinary approach gives scientists the tools to decode massive amounts of genetic information. Students who wish to pursue biology or medicine as a career must now know how to move seamlessly between the physical lab bench and the computer terminal, applying core coding principles to solve complex biological problems.

The BioCoding workshop is for students entering grades 11–12 and builds on the foundation of DNA Science (or comparable experience), students will step out of the traditional 'wet lab' and into the 'dry lab' to master the coding skills necessary to analyze and interpret complex biological data.

Students will:

• Apply programming skills to real biological datasets.
• Analyze DNA sequence data computationally.
• Build tools and workflows used in real bioinformatics research.
• Connect lab bench work to computational analysis.

This camp is a great fit for:

Students who enjoy both biology and coding, anyone considering careers in bioinformatics or data science, and students who want to explore two disciplines in one course.