You will learn about the anatomy and nervous system of a cockroach. You will also learn the proper surgery and husbandry techniques for experiments on insects. After the surgery, you will then use your RoboRoach circuit to briefly influence the cockroaches movements by microstimulation and you will observe the subsequent adaptation of the cockroach in response to the microstimulation. Our interactive workshops are best if you join us in the hands-on neuroscience experiments! Backyard Brains is offering CPSG1 attendees a special 25% discount to get your own RoboRoach Workshop Bundle (which includes the RoboRoach microstimulation backpack, a cockroach terrarium and all of the tools you will need for the RoboRoach surgery) to use in the workshop and keep to take home! Follow this link to learn more and purchase a discounted workshop bundle: https://backyardbrains.com/products/cpsg1WorkshopRoboroach  Notice: We are unable to provide cockroaches in the Expo center, but in the workshop we will be covering everything you need to know create your own cyborg cockroach at home.