Do you wonder what it would be like to do cutting-edge genetic research, to learn how genes cause human disease and how scientists find cures and treatments for genetic diseases like Cystic Fibrosis, heart disease, Diabetes and certain types of cancer?

For the fifth year, Canadian high school students in grades 11 and 12 are being given the opportunity to spend their week of spring break in the genetic research labs of top Canadian scientists. Eligible students are invited to apply for Gene Researcher for a Week - The Rt. Hon. Ramon Hnatyshyn Youth in Science Initiative.

Why should you apply?

For a chance to learn about COOL GENETIC TECHNOLOGY
Genetic technology is everywhere...Do you wonder what people on TV and in movies are doing with DNA? Here is your chance to find out. Students selected for Gene Researcher for a Week could get the chance to work with DNA, RNA and proteins, DNA isolation and purification, PCR, SDS-Page, gel electrophoresis, DNA sequencing and Western blotting.

This is a TOTALLY UNIQUE EXPERIENCE
Only 30 students from across Canada will be chosen to spend their spring break in the lab of one of Canada's leading gene researchers. You will work alongside scientists, graduate students and technicians to plan and carry out experiments. You will learn techniques and procedures that genetic researchers use to study human disease. You will attend lab meetings and get first-hand experience in what it is like to work in a hospital or research institute.

We COVER YOUR EXPENSES
The selected students will receive a daily transportation and meal allowance. Students requiring air travel will receive a travel and accommodation bursary in addition to a daily meal and transportation allowance.

For more information and how to apply, visit www.cgdn.ca, follow the link on the main page and complete the on-line application. If you have questions, e-mail Leslie Mauro at lmauro@cgcf.ca or call (604) 221-7300 x 110.

**Deadline for applications expired.**