Curated Video
How are Proteins Made? - Transcription and Translation Explained #66
This video covers: - The two steps of protein synthesis: transcription and translation - Transcription is the production of mRNA, which is a copy of a gene - Translation is the production of a sequence of amino acids (a polypeptide)...
Curated Video
GCSE Biology - Gregor Mendel and the History of Genetics #76
This video covers: - The experiment that Mendel did with pea plants, looking at pea colour, flower colour, and height. - How Mendel discovered hereditary units, which could be recessive or dominant - An overview of when chromosomes, and...
Curated Video
GCSE Biology - Cell cycles, Chromosomes & Mitosis #69
In order to survive and grow, organisms require a constant supply of new cells. In this video we explore how these cells are generated through the cell cycle, with a particular focus on mitosis. We will also look at the role chromosomes...
Curated Video
GCSE Biology - What are DNA Mutations? #67
This video covers: - What genetic mutations are - What causes mutations e.g. carcinogens and harmful radiation - What the consequences can be - The 3 types of mutations: substitution, addition, deletion Exam board specific info: AQA -...
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GCSE Chemistry - Naturally Occurring Polymers - Polypeptides, DNA, and Carbohydrates #61
This video covers: - Examples of polymers that occur naturally, including: - Polypeptides, which are made of amino acids - DNA, which is made of nucleotides - Carbohydrates, which are made of sugars - How the monomers combine to form the...
Curated Video
Bitter foods SHOULD taste terrible...here's why they don't
If disliking bitter foods evolved to keep us alive, why do we LOVE some bitter foods?
Curated Video
Planting Cells with DNA
Dr. Forrester describes how plants inherit traits of similar plants through DNA. She also discusses the experiments of Gregor Mendel by evaluating his studies on genetics.
Rock 'N Learn
Plant and Animal Cells for Kids
What are the differences between plant and animal cells? How are plant and animal cells alike? You might be surprised that there are more similarities than differences. Join Kevin as he transports to the Cellular Learning Center. You...
Curated Video
Can We Store Data In DNA? | DNA Digital Data Storage
DNA holds enough information to make a person, but can we use it to store large amounts of our data?
Curated Video
Gel Electrophoresis
"Gel Electrophoresis” explores the process of chromatography, focusing on gel electrophoresis and how it is used in the field of forensics.
Curated Video
Explanation and Animation of DNA Replication
A video explaining and illustrating all steps of DNA replication including an overview of replication, an explanation of the leading and lagging strands, and the replication bubbles.
Curated Video
Types of Mutations
“Types of Mutations” defines and explains the main types of mutations.
Hip Hughes History
Thomas Jefferson and Sally Hemings
An overview of the relationship and history between the 3rd President of the United States, Thomas Jefferson and his 14 year old slave, Sally Hemings.
Curated Video
Mendelian Genetics and the Laws of Heredity
Join us as we dive into the fascinating world of genetics, guided by the Father of Genetics himself, Gregor Mendel. We'll explore the laws of heredity Mendel formulated from his groundbreaking experiments with pea plants and learn how...
Curated Video
An Introduction to Genetics and Heredity - Gregor Mendel and DNA
In this video, we'll explore what DNA is, its role in life as we know it, and how it shapes every organism on our planet. From the eye color you inherited to the stripes on a tiger, learn how the 'blueprint of life' guides the...
Visual Learning Systems
Traits and Heredity: Dna
Upon viewing the Traits and Heredity video series, students will be able to do the following: Define traits as the distinguishing characteristics of an organism. Describe heredity as the process of passing on traits from parents to...
Next Animation Studio
Cosmic rays may be the source of biological ‘handedness’
Interaction between cosmic rays and early life-forms may be responsible for the fundamental property of chirality, or “handedness,” in biological molecules.
Independent Producers
Inventor of Polarizing Microscope Sheds Light on Cell's Mystery
A new way of looking at live cells is revolutionizing our understanding of how molecular life works. However, it is how one scientist managed to complete his study despite facing World War II in Japan that makes his discovery so...
Tumble Science Podcast for Kids
Decoding Dog DNA
Which animal holds the title of “man’s best friend”? Of course, the answer is the dog. Dogs have lived with humans for thousands of years. Scientists’ understanding of how this came to be has changed in recent years. Additionally,...
Curated Video
Understanding DNA and the Genome: The Building Blocks of Life
This video provides an introduction to DNA and the genome. It explains what DNA is, the structure of DNA, and the different components that make up DNA. The video also describes how DNA is coiled up into structures known as chromosomes...
Next Animation Studio
DNA discovered in 75 million-year-old dinosaur fossils
Researchers have discovered DNA inside 75 million-year-old dinosaur fossils, according to the National Science Review.
Next Animation Studio
Researchers use gene-editing to create mice with same-sex parents
Scientists in China have successfully used gene editing and stem cell techniques to produce mice with two mothers.
Catalyst University
Biotechniques | Principles of Gel Electrophoresis (DNA gels)
As always, the steps of DNA electrophoresis depend on your specific lab and protocol. Here, we look at the general theory of separating DNA on an agarose gel by electrophoresis and what it is used for in the lab. We will also learn about...
Curated Video
Extracting DNA from Fruit: A School Laboratory Method
This video explains the process of extracting DNA from a fruit sample using a method that can be done in a school laboratory. The video outlines the steps involved in extracting DNA, such as creating a solution with salt and detergent to...