STEM Works
Engaging young people and adults in biotechnology
The Leonardo's STEM Works: Biotechnology program is a collection of interactive, job-related biotech exhibits that travel the greater Salt Lake City metropolitan area. The program draws its name from Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics — disciplines critical to Utah's economic growth.
STEM Works features mini-lab experiences based on biological principles used every day in real, local jobs. The program also connects visitors to job training programs at area high schools, colleges and the Utah Department of Workforce Services.
Biotechnology is the use of biological processes, organisms, or systems to improve quality of life and the planet. Some examples of biotechnology include getting organisms to produce new medicines, or using stem cells to regenerate damaged body tissues.
BOOK A VISIT
The portable STEM Works exhibits are available at no cost for events in high schools, libraries, museums, and career centers. The Leonardo can facilitate events ranging from two hours, to several days. To preview our exhibits, please download our tri-fold brochure (PDF). If you would like to schedule a visit from STEM Works, please contact Mary Anter at manter@theleonardo.org or (801) 531-9800. Check our calendar for a public event near you.
RESOURCES
Department of Workforce Services
Governor's Office of Economic Development
To read about individuals in Utah who are a part of this exciting field, you can read our Faces of Biotechnology profiles on The Leo blog.
WIRED PARTNERSHIP
The Leonardo's STEM Works: Biotechnology program is part of the Workforce Innovations in Regional Economic Development, an exciting State-level Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) program that provides workforce development support to the life science industry.
Other WIRED partners include: FreshBrain, Salt Lake City School District, Salt Lake Community College, Utah State University and Westminster College.
For more information, visit the Governor's Office of Economic Development.
