Epigenetics: how much can experiences change us?

Can our experiences shape our biology? The emotions we feel when admiring a painting, the sensations triggered by music, or the well-being of an evening spent with friends—can these positive experiences influence our DNA and our health?

The Museum of Science and Technology is hosting a special open lab at iLab Genetics, inviting INES to collaborate on an engaging session dedicated to secondary school teachers. Together we’ll explore how environmental factors—both positive and negative—can influence gene expression without altering DNA sequences.

Guest Speakers:

Valentina Bollati – Dept. of Clinical and Community Sciences, University of Milan
Elia Biganzoli – Dept. of Biomedical and Clinical Sciences, University of Milan

Event Details:

📍 iLab Genetics – Museum of Science and Technology
📅 Thursday, February 13, 2025
🕒 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

For more details, visit the dedicated event page on the Museo Nazionale della Scienza e della Tecnologia Leonardo da Vinci website

Museo Nazionale della Scienza e della Tecnologia Leonardo da Vinci