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In Bar Harbor, The Jackson Laboratory offers visitors a window into world-class biomedical research and learning rooted in Maine. This independent, nonprofit institution advances genomic science while opening its work to students, educators and curious minds through a wide range of educational programs. Visitors can engage with science through lectures, courses and workshops, as well as live and on-demand webinars that translate complex research into accessible insights. From high school and undergraduate research experiences to professional conferences and self-paced online learning, Jackson Laboratory connects people to the science behind human health. For those interested in discovery and innovation, it provides meaningful ways to explore how research, education and collaboration shape the future of medicine.