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| - | Creating an outreach that would have a lasting effect was one of our main goals. What better way to influence children for years to come than publishing a children's book? The Adventure of Baxtor Bacteria teaches young children about the potential of of synthetic biology in a fun and creative story. The narrative recounts the wonderful journey of Baxtor Bacteria and his pet plasmid, Vector, | + | Creating an outreach that would have a lasting effect was one of our main goals. What better way to influence children for years to come than publishing a children's book? The Adventure of Baxtor Bacteria teaches young children about the potential of of synthetic biology in a fun and creative story. The narrative recounts the wonderful journey of Baxtor Bacteria and his pet plasmid, Vector, as they travel through the world facing many challenges. Included at the end of the book is a parental guide designed for parents to not only teach their children about synthetic biology but themselves as well. Terms such as plasmid, bacteria, and virus are all explained making the book a powerful learning tool for all ages. What happens to Baxtor and Vector in their big adventure? You will have to read it for yourself to find out! |
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OverviewCreating an outreach that would have a lasting effect was one of our main goals. What better way to influence children for years to come than publishing a children's book? The Adventure of Baxtor Bacteria teaches young children about the potential of of synthetic biology in a fun and creative story. The narrative recounts the wonderful journey of Baxtor Bacteria and his pet plasmid, Vector, as they travel through the world facing many challenges. Included at the end of the book is a parental guide designed for parents to not only teach their children about synthetic biology but themselves as well. Terms such as plasmid, bacteria, and virus are all explained making the book a powerful learning tool for all ages. What happens to Baxtor and Vector in their big adventure? You will have to read it for yourself to find out!
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