Tuesday, July 19, 2016

Frogs at the Whipple

Frog model, Wh.6599, image copyright Whipple Museum.
"Inspired by the arrival of our star amphibian at the museum, this summer the Whipple is going hopping mad! Frogs have been fundamental in scientific developments in cloning, in the discovery of the electrical signals from nerves, and have been used for hundreds of years by students learning about anatomy and dissection. Frogs provided the first reliable, non-deadly pregnancy test and have even been into space! We're celebrating their significant contributions to the history of science - keep checking back for more events and activities."

Summer at the Museums: Frogs in Focus


11am - 1pm and 2pm - 4pm, Tuesday 2nd August and Tuesday 16th August

Get up close and personal as we put our froggy friends under the microscope and recreate images that show why frogs have been the perfect scientific study buddies throughout history.

Drop in, all ages.

Summer at the Museums: Frog Leaps in Science


11am - 1pm and 2pm - 4pm, Tuesday 9th August and Tuesday 23rd August

Hop along to the Whipple to discover how frogs have made a splash in science and make your own jumping friend to take home!

Drop in, all ages.

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