Illumina’s global ‘Future is Bright’ program inspired students in Dubai with a genomics-themed escape room game.

Students from AFLEC engage in STEM learning through Illumina’s Future is Bright Program
Students from AFLEC engage in STEM learning through Illumina’s Future is Bright Program.
5 June 2024

For the second consecutive year, the Dubai Solution Center proudly hosted the 'Future is Bright' session, offering students from AFLEC (Association Franco-Libanaise pour l'Éducation et la Culture) a unique and educational experience. This year's session aimed to introduce students to the transformative power of genomics. Through an engaging presentation, students explored the fascinating world of genetic science and its potential to revolutionize fields such as medicine and agriculture.

Designed to be both informative and interactive, the event included a genomics-themed escape room game. Created and led by Illumina’s Farah Abdel Rahman, this activity divided students into teams to solve a series of genomics-related riddles, puzzles, and clues. This hands-on approach not only reinforced their learning but also promoted teamwork and problem-solving skills.

The 'Future is Bright' session was a resounding success, inspiring AFLEC students and sparking their interest in the promising field of genomics.

‘Future is Bright’ is Illumina’s flagship program that seeks to increase equitable access to STEM education for all. Last year, the program reached more than 100,000 learners, 1,600 community partners and 130 events with 1,500 employee volunteer hours. Illumina aims to reach five million STEM learners by 2030 globally.