Unlocking DNA with Strawberries: A Delicious Science Adventure!

strawberry dna

Join us on a tasty journey into the world of science as we use strawberries to unlock the secrets of DNA! In this hands-on adventure, you'll extract DNA from fresh strawberries and see it in action. This simple yet fascinating experiment reveals how living organisms carry their genetic information—and it's all done with one of the juiciest fruits around! Perfect for curious minds of all ages, this activity combines science, fun, and a touch of nature’s sweetness. Get ready to explore the buildin

Location information

Campus: West Valley
Location type: Lawn
Room or location: Fletcher Lawn
Indoors or outdoors: Outdoors

Other details

Zone: Zone B: West

Science

Area of Interest

Science

Target Age Group

All ages

College or Department

New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences

Experience what a liberal arts education from New College at the West campus truly means. Bringing together the best of both a small-college experience – with its close personal relationships –and a top-tier research university – with its cutting-edge research faculty – ASU’s New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences located at the beautiful West campus is nationally unique. 
Working across disciplinary boundaries, our faculty produce innovative research, not just report on it. We take our students with us on this fascinating journey, which provides extraordinary opportunities for growth and exciting ways to shape your future.

Learn more