National DNA Day

About National DNA Day

National DNA Day commemorates the successful completion of the Human Genome Project in 2003 and the discovery of DNAs double helix by James Watson and Francis Crick in 1953. National DNA Day is officially celebrated on April 25th and began after the first session of the 108th Congress passed concurrent resolutions designating the day in 2003. This annual celebration offers students, teachers and the public many exciting opportunities to learn about the latest advances in genomic research and explore what they may mean for their lives.

10Dec

Nobel Prize Day

• Science
• USA

On 27 November 1895, Alfred Nobel signed his will, giving the largest share of his fortune to a series of prizes in Physics, Chemistry, Physiology or Medicine, Literature and Peace – the Nobel Prizes.

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10Dec

Dewey Decimal System Day

• Science
• USA

File this holiday under library related observances. Top shelf just after ISBN Number Day.

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9Jan

National Static Electricity Day

• Science
• USA

It might sound boring and sciencey - but with a balloon this becomes a hair-raising holiday!

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26Mar

National Science Appreciation Day 🧬

• Science
• USA

National Science Appreciation Day (NSAD) celebrates how science has benefited human outcomes, unleashed human potential, and transformed our quality of life.

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Anzac Day

• Public Holiday
• Australia

Marks the anniversary of the first key military action fought by Australian and New Zealand forces during the First World War.

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World Penguin Day

• Animals
• International

Find out the dates, history and traditions of World Penguin Day.

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Anzac Day

• Military
• New Zealand

Marks the anniversary of the first key military action fought by Australian and New Zealand forces during the First World War.

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National East Meets West Day

• History
• USA

Also known as Elbe Day this day commemorates an important date in the second world war.

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