DNA-DAY 2013 - ESSAY CONTEST

Sixth Annual European DNA Day Essay Contest
for High School Students

The Winners have been selected!

The European Society of Human Genetics was delighted that students from 20 European countries submitted 194 essays this year. The evaluation was made involving 35 experts in the field, who selected the following 4 winners and 8 honourable mentions.

The names of the winners (and those who received honourable mention) will be announced in front of almost 3.000 international scientists and doctors attending the European Human Genetics Conference in Paris on June 11, 2013.

Winners, as well as honourable mentions will receive a diploma within the next weeks. Acknowledgements will be sent to all submitters.

The "Downloads"-section of website will be updated shortly with memorable quotes.

2013 marks the 60th anniversary of the discovery of the double helix of DNA by James Watson and Francis Crick and the 10th anniversary of the first sequencing of the human genome. Choose either of these breakthroughs and explain its broader impact on biotechnology, human health and disease, or our understanding of basic genetics, such as genetic variation or gene expression.

Second Place Winner: EUR 200.-
In addition, sponsoring teachers of first place students will receive EUR 800.- to organise a science project or to purchase classroom equipment

Third Place Winner: EUR 100.-
In addition, sponsoring teachers of first place students will receive EUR 500.- to organise a science project or to purchase classroom equipment

All participants will receive a certificate of appreciation for their participation in the contest.