DNA Day Celebration at the University of Hawaii Manoa

HONOLULU— The Hawaii State Department of Health Genetics Program and the University of Hawaii are sponsoring a "Celebration of DNA Day" April 23^rd, 2003. The event will take place at the University of Hawaii Manoa Campus Courtyard and Mall from 10:30 am - 2:30 pm.

April 2003 marks the 50^th anniversary of Watson and Crick’s discovery of the double helix structure of DNA. April also marks the completion of the massive Human Genome Project to map the entire "genetic blueprint" of a human being.

The celebration will include exhibits highlighting genetics activities within the state and information about careers in the field. There will also be a live genetic game show, food and chances to win great prizes like a surfboard or $35,000 in tuition.

If you’ve ever wondered why your hair is brown, your eyes are green or what the future of cancer research looks like… genetics holds the key…. come unlock the door at UH on April 23.

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For more information, contact:

Sylvia Au
Department of Health
Phone: (808) 733-9063
E-mail: sylvia@hawaiigenetics.org

Jim Manke
University of Hawaii, Manoa
Phone: 956-6099
E-mail: manke@hawaii.edu