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Genzyme Gives Boston Museum of Science $2M for Biotechnology Education

Apr 13, 2006

NEW YORK, April 13 (GenomeWeb News) - Genzyme is contributing $2 million to the Museum of Science in Boston to support a biotechnology education initiative.

 

The company expects the Genzyme Biotechnology Education Initiative to include material related to genomics, proteomics, microarrays, and other new technogies, but discussions are only just beginning, a Genzyme spokesperson told GenomeWeb News today.

 

The initiative will include K-12 science and technology curricula, educational fora, professional development workshops for teachers, presentations for school groups, lectures, and web-based resources, as well as interactive exhibits at the Museum of Science, according to a statement from the organization.

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