The Gene: An Intimate History Screening

Amazing genetics research is happening in Erie and across the region! Learn how it is changing what we know about the world around & within us. Enjoy excerpts of The Gene: An Intimate History and a panel discussion & audience Q&A with scientists, medical professionals, and researchers who are on the forefront of local genetics work. Presented in partnership with Penn State Behrend, Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC, and the University of Pittsburgh.

FREE Online Screening and Talk
February 3, 2021 at 7pm
The public is welcome.

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The Gene: An Intimate History
February 4 & 11 at 8pm on WQLN PBS 54.1
Now Streaming on WQLN Passport

A film by Ken Burns and Barak Goodman, adapted from Dr. Siddhartha Mukherjee’s award-winning book of the same name, The Gene: An Intimate History tells the story of the rapid evolution of genetic science, from Gregor Mendel’s groundbreaking experiment in the 19th century . . . to CRISPR . . . to breakthroughs for the diagnosis & treatment of genetic diseases – and the daunting ethical challenges that these discoveries pose for humankind.

The Gene Explained - Animated Series
About The Gene: An Intimate History