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  • Curious about how emerging genetic technologies may shape the future of deafness, Deaf identity, and ASL communities? Join Dr. Ayers for the presentation as she explores the biological foundation of gene therapy and gene editing, and what these technologies are designed to do, and their potential implications for deaf and hard-of-hearing communities. This event is free and open to the public. Editing Deaf Genes: Biological Perspectives The presentation will examine the ongoing OTOF gene therapy clinical trial in children and the more widely known Connexin-26 mutation, which is associated with deafness while also providing protection against certain diseases. Additional topics include Deaf Gain and neuroplasticity with neuroscience research demonstrating that ASL and spoken language activate equivalent brain networks. Participants are invited to consider how scientific advances may influence identity, autonomy, and the future of Deaf communities. Building on Dr. Mazique's interdisciplinary perspective from the first session in the series, this presentation supports a shared goal: ensuring that Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing people have access to clear information and a meaningful voice in conversations about genetic technologies designed to eliminate deafness. Interpreters have been requested. No registration is required. For more information contact Jeanne Behm at jsbnss@rit.edu. RADSCC is working with NTID's Dept. of American Sign Language and Interpreting Education to grant CEUs for this activity. ASLIE is an Approved RID CMP Sponsor for Continuing Education Activities. This Professional Studies level program is offered for 1 CEU at the Some Content Knowledge Level. Should you require an accommodation, please contact Jeanne Behm.

    ASL Lecture Series: Dr. Elizabeth Ayers – Editing Deaf Genes: Biological Perspectives

    NTID, CSD/SDC 1300/1310 52 Lomb Memorial Dr, Rochester, NY, United States
    Education

    Curious about how emerging genetic technologies may shape the future of deafness, Deaf identity, and ASL communities? Join Dr. Ayers for the presentation as she explores the biological foundation of gene therapy and gene editing, and what these technologies are designed to do, and their potential implications for deaf and hard-of-hearing communities. This event is […]

    Free
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    ASL Night @ RIT Men’s Hockey Game

    RIT Gene Polisseni Center 200 Lomb Memorial Dr, Rochester, NY, United States
    Community

    Join NTID Alumni Relations to cheer on our RIT Men’s Hockey game! *info shared soon about which section to sit in!

  • Logo of Monroe County, State of New York seal

    Monroe County Deaf Equity Council Meeting

    Government

    Location: TBA The public is invited to observe proceedings but not able to participate (unless prior approval is given) Questions – deafequity@monroecounty.gov More information: https://www.monroecounty.gov/dei-deafequitycouncil

    Free
  • Urinetown The Musical

    Urinetown! The Musical

    Nazareth University Arts Center Complex 4245 East Avenue, Rochester, NY, United States
    Entertainment

    ASL-interpreted Location: Nazareth Campus @ Callahan Theater

  • Burn This

    Burn This

    The Company Theatre 28 Lawn St, Rochester, NY, United States
    Entertainment

    ASL-interpreted

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