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FILTERED, a new game, teaches high school students core bioinformatics concepts through puzzles. The game significantly improved students' bioinformatics knowledge, despite a slight decrease in career interest.

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  • Bioinformatics
  • Computational Biology
  • Genomic Analysis

Background:

  • Introductory bioinformatics resources are limited, hindering science education.
  • Bioinformatics and computational biology are crucial in modern biological research.
  • There is a growing demand for computational biology skills.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce fundamental bioinformatics concepts to high school students using an engaging educational tool.
  • To develop a conceptual understanding of bioinformatics processes without focusing on programming.
  • To address the scarcity of introductory bioinformatics resources.

Main Methods:

  • Developed "FILTERED," an online, puzzle-based educational game with comic book graphics.
  • Simulated the application of computational tools for DNA sequence analysis and biological problem-solving.
  • Covered key bioinformatics concepts: quality scoring, sequence alignment, conservation analysis, comparative genomics, and variant identification.

Main Results:

  • Statistically significant improvements in students' bioinformatics knowledge were observed.
  • Students and teachers reported high engagement and enjoyment with the game.
  • An unexpected decrease in self-reported interest in bioinformatics careers was noted post-gameplay.

Conclusions:

  • FILTERED is an effective tool for enhancing bioinformatics education among high school students.
  • The game successfully makes complex bioinformatics concepts accessible and engaging.
  • Further research may be needed to understand the impact on career interest.