Ignite your students’ passion for space science and genetics! The Genes in Space Classroom Biotech Program equips teachers with the equipment and reagents needed to bring an engaging space-themed biotech lab activity to your classroom!

For just the cost of shipping, teachers receive:

• A classroom set of gel electrophoresis equipment and fixed-volume micropipettes to keep
• A hands-on space biology lab activity, complete with lesson plan
• Live virtual hands-on training
• Ongoing support from biotech education experts

Sponsored by Genes in Space and New England Biolabs

The Classroom Biotech Program Kit includes:

• Equipment for 4 student groups: Bandit™ STEM Electrophoresis Kit and 10 μl fixed-volume micropipettes
• Reagents for 15 student groups to perform the Microbe Hunters Dye Electrophoresis Lab
• Reusable supplies for students to practice micropipetting: Silicone Practice Gels and Micropipette Art Cards

Watch the Microbe Hunters Dye Electrophoresis Lab Webinar to see a full demo of the lab.

We are no longer accepting applications for the 2026-2027 school year. Please complete this form to join our waitlist. Waitlist applicants are given advance notice when applications open for the 2027-2028 school year.