DNA Day is celebrated on April 25th, but at Illumina, we celebrate it all month long. Engage your students using this central hub for activities.

Hands-On Student Activities & Educator Resources
- A one-stop hub for educators preparing for DNA Day and ongoing genomics learning featuring planning tools, partner resources, and expert guidance.
- Bring DNA to life through interactive learning
- Explore classroom ready DNA activities, virtual field trips, and learning kits that make genomics tangible and fun for students of all ages

Career Exploration
- Discover careers that change lives
- Help students explore careers in genomics through engaging videos, real-world role models, and career connected learning experiences
Exploring genomics at every age
Activities and teaching resources to bring genomics into your classroom or home for any age, visit the Hands-on DNA Activity & Educator resource section for more!

Year Round DNA Activities
Whether you’re corralling the youngest future scientists or prepping high schoolers for a career in genomics, we have a variety of activities and resources for you.

Illumina Virtual Lab
Put your lab coat and safety glasses on and get ready to explore Illumina’s virtual lab. Teachers and students can virtually prep DNA to go on a sequencer and learn the technology behind how our sequencers are used by real life customers.

Hear directly from the people whose work in genomics is shaping the way we think about science and our world. Listen as leading scientists discuss the impact of genomics.
Scientists have been studying DNA for decades – DNA provides the code of life for nearly all living organisms.
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At Illumina, our mission is to improve human health by unlocking the power of the genome. By delivering breakthroughs that redefine what’s possible in genomics, we empower visionaries around the globe to uncover answers and make life-changing advances. The results of these efforts are all around you—they’re present in the care you receive, the decisions you make for your family, and the food that you eat. Together, we can use genomics to build a stronger world for the greater good.

