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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 factorsㆍSubmissions 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