DNA Day

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2023 Date	April 25, 2023
2024 Date	April 25, 2024

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DNA Day in 2023

Tuesday, Apr 25

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DNA Day History

DNA Day seeks to commemorate the discovery of DNA’s double helix in 1953. DNA is a molecule that contains the genetic instructions required for development, growth, and reproduction of living beings. This day also commemorates the success of the Human Genome Project in 2003. This international research project aimed to determine the base pairs that make up human DNA. This day offers more knowledge about genetics. It also offers the opportunity to learn more about genomic research.

DNA Day was established in 2003 by the United States Senate and House of Representatives. It has been observed annually on April 25th by the National Human Genome Research Institute.

Top Tweets for DNA Day

Updated 05:12

On this sunny morning in NYC, we begin the trial of ex President Trump, who's accused of raping the journalist E. Jean Carroll. She kept the dress. He never tested his DNA. Today is jury selection. Ironically, it's also National DNA Day. Follow @thedailybeast for news. https://t.co/zKopEEUkns
— Jose Pagliery (@Jose_Pagliery) April 25, 2023

National DNA Day would be a perfect time for innocent people accused of sexual assault to submit DNA evidence to exonerate themselves. So why didn’t Trump provide his DNA in E. Jean Carroll’s suit against him when he had the chance? Oh yeah, that whole innocent thing… #Fresh https://t.co/Y92gn55blT
— Joey Blue (@jp262) April 25, 2023

Happy DNA Day to those who celebrate!! 🧬😀🧬 https://t.co/uF1LovvWKI
— Jason Kelly (@jrkelly) April 25, 2023

DNA Day Facts

DNA was discovered in 1869 by Swiss scientist Friedrich Miescher. While researching white blood cells, Miescher was able to uncover the molecular make-up of nuclein, or DNA. He learned that it was made up of hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, and phosphorus.
According to National Geographic, in 2022, scientist discovered and analyzed the oldest known DNA from the northern tip of Greenland. The DNA was said to be 2 million years old and gave insight on how Greenland used to be.
Humans share 99.9% of their DNA with every other human.
Chimpanzees and bonobos are the most genetically similar primates to humans. They share 98.7% of their DNA with us.
Mushrooms are more closely related to humans than plants

In the News and Trending for DNA Day

Updated 05:11 April 25 is World DNA Day - The Ehlers Danlos Society

ehlers-danlos.com

National DNA Day: Celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Human Genome Project

genome.gov

Beyond The Trophies: Craig Venter Has Mixed Feelings On DNA Day Celebrations

forbes.com

National DNA Day: Why we love AncestryDNA

usatoday.com

DNA Day Top Events and Things to Do

Explore a list of idea for activities to celebrate DNA Day.
Discover upcoming events near you. The National Human Genome Research Institute hosts events across the US and the world.
Explore a list of DNA Day activities. The National Human Genome Research Institute offers essay contests, DNA experiments, and resources to learn more about DNA.

DNA Day References and Related Sites

www.genome.gov: National Human Genome Research Institute

sciencenotes.org: Facts about DNA

www.britannica.com: Friedrich Miescher

www.nationalgeographic.com: Worlds Oldest DNA

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