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2024 DNA Day Essay Contest









ASHG(American Society of Human Genetics) is proud to support National DNA Day through the Annual DNA Day Essay Contest. DNA Day commemorates the completion of the Human Genome Project in April 2003 and the discovery of the double helix of DNA in 1953.

This contest is open to students in grades 9-12 worldwide and asks students to examine, question, and reflect on important concepts in genetics. Essays are expected to be well-reasoned arguments that indicate a deep understanding of scientific concepts related to the essay question. They are evaluated by ASHG members through three rounds of scoring.

Begin preparing your essays to submit today! Essays should be 750-words maximum, include at least one reference, and be submitted by a teacher. Winning students can receive up to $1,000 in prize money and their teachers will be awarded a matching classroom equipment grant. Don't miss your opportunity to participate in this year's contest - it's a great addition to college applications and all participants have the option to receive a certificate of participation. Find the submission page on the DNA Day Essay Contest page. 



1. 2024 DNA Day Essay Contest at a Glance

ㆍTopic : Genes and environmental factors

ㆍSubmissions Deadline : March 6, 2024

ㆍCost to Submit : FREE

ㆍPrizes : 10 honorable mentions, 3 winners who receive up to $1,000 and matching lab equipment grant


2. 2024 DNA Day Essay Contest Question

Many human diseases have a genetic component. Some diseases result from a change in a single gene or even multiple genes. Yet, many diseases are complex and stem from an interaction between genes and the environment. Environmental factors may include chemicals in the air or water, nutrition, microbes, ultraviolet radiation from the sun and social context. Provide an example of how the interplay of genetics and environment can shape human health.


3. 2024 DNA Day Essay Contest Question Important Dates

Early January, 2024: Submission site opens

March 6, 2024: Submission site closes

April 25, 2024: DNA Day! Winners and Honorable Mentions announced


3. 2024 DNA Day Essay Contest Question Prizes

1st Place Winner: $1,000 for student

$1,000 genetics materials grant


2nd Place Winner: $600 for student

$600 genetics materials grant


3rd Place Winner: $400 for student

$400 genetics materials grant


Honorable Mentions: 10 student prizes of $100 each