Welcome to the Life Sciences Learning Center


The Life Sciences Learing Center (LSLC), located at the University of Rochester Medical Center, is a unique hands-on science inquiry center for students and community members throughout the Greater Rochester Area. LSLC programs and curricula emphasize hands-on and minds-on learning to boost science literacy and increase enthusiasm towards learning science. Our facilities include two teaching laboratories that can accommodate up to 48 learners per day and are fully equipped with up-to-date science equipment and supplies.

Outreach Programs


Want to get your hands on some science? From fifth grade to beyond, our outreach programs are designed to get you using the latest equipment and learning the techniques that are used to advance the field of science and medicine. LSLC programs include field trips at the LSLC as well as at your school, summer and school vacation science camps, programs out in the community and workshops for science teachers.

Resources


Interested in bringing the latest in nanotechnology or stem cells to the classroom? These topics and much more are represented in our collection of curricula and animations. Our curricula are developed with teacher input, these lessons incorporate minds-on and hands-on activities, and bring exciting science to your students. Our easy to understand animations have an international audience and feature easy download so that you don't have to count on internet access in the classroom.

Scientist Involvement


Did you know that many of our programs are taught by scientists at the URMC? We have an active group of scientists at different stages of their careers who are interested to share their excitement for the field. If you are a scientist at the URMC and want to join our legion of volunteers (with some paid positions as well), find out more by visiting our scientist instructor page or our volunteer page.

The LSLC has received support from the following donors:

Contact Information


Life Sciences Learning Center
University of Rochester

575 Elmwood Avenue Box EHSC
Phone: (585)275-0268
Fax: (585)276-0238