The BioBus is an advanced biology laboratory on wheels. Our purpose is to teach people what cells are, what they really look like, and how they move. The BioBus allows students to explore the microscopic world by providing the tools and techniques to look at live cells collected from the surrounding environment. Students can save digital images and movies of their discoveries for further study. In addition, a library of fixed and stained samples allow students to visualize DNA and other molecules such as the cellular 'skeleton.'
All power for the lab is generated by solar panels and a wind turbine, with energy stored in a battery bank. Students can monitor their energy consumption and develop an understanding of energy useage.
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