What is DNA?
On 4 July, DNA experts from LUMC are coming to CORPUS. Not to tell a story, but to put you to work. Isolate your own DNA, puzzle an organ together and build your family tree!
About Corpus
You have probably seen him sitting before, the gigantic human figure of CORPUS. Inside this reddish-brown giant, you will discover the wonders of the human body: your body!
Step into the welcoming entrance of CORPUS and learn more about the intricate processes that keep your body going every single day.
Municipality of Oegstgeest
Come visit the stand of the municipality of Oegstgeest and discover how the municipality makes movement and a healthy lifestyle accessible for everyone.
And did you know that the famous physician Herman Boerhaave once lived just around the corner? Come and discover it all at our stand!
All ages welcome!
This is an ongoing activity, no registration required
What is DNA?
Write your own DNA story alongside scientists and discover what is stored in every cell of your body.
For children aged 8 to 12.
This is an ongoing activity, no registration required
From DNA to organ
You piece together the puzzle of your own DNA and see how an entire organ emerges from something invisibly small.
For children aged 8 to 12.
This is an ongoing activity, no registration required
Isolate your DNA
You’ll see it with your own eyes: your very own DNA. Scientists do this every day. Today, it’s your turn!
For children aged 8 to 12.
This is an ongoing activity, no registration required
Genetic traits
Who you could have been comes down to the roll of a dice. Roll it, and see which traits from your father and mother land in your character.
For children aged 8 to 12.
This is an ongoing activity, no registration required
Karyogram
Boy or girl? The answer is hidden in your chromosomes. Play memory, put them in order and find out for yourself.
For children aged 8 to 12.
This is an ongoing activity, no registration required
Family tree
Traits travel from generation to generation. How far back can you trace your family?
For children aged 8 to 12.
This is an ongoing activity, no registration required
