Erin Giglio
Epigenetics: Nature and Nurture’s Love Child
Was Lamarck really right? (And who was Lamarck, anyway?) Why aren’t identical twins always, well, identical? Why does it matter if a mother doesn’t hug her babies enough? Come and find out how the environment influences the genes you’re conceived with!
Science Under the Stars is a free public outreach lecture series in Austin, Texas. Events start at 8:00pm outdoors at Brackenridge Field Laboratory, 2907 Lake Austin Blvd, Austin, Texas 78703. Arrive early for refreshments and fun activities for kids of all ages! Guided tours of the field lab are available (wear sturdy shoes and bring water)!