Mediacorp
Genetically Altering Mosquitoes to Reduce the Spread of Dengue Fever
Editing the genes of humans is not yet legal in many countries, but editing the genes of other creatures is. Learn how one scientist is editing the genes of mosquitoes to reduce the spread of dengue fever - and some of the risks this...
Mediacorp
Introduction to Genes and Gene Editing
All of us have a unique string of DNA that influences how we look, behave, and some of the diseases we have now or could develop in the future. But what if we could edit our genes to improve our health? Learn about how that may be...
Science360
Algae-fueled road trip
In episode 51, Charlie and Jordan explore what scientists at Texas A&M Agrilife Research studying a common green microalgae, found in every kind of water except salt water, have discovered. It's an enzyme they may be able to transfer to...
Curated Video
The Nature-Nurture Debate: Exploring the Complex Interplay of Genetics and Environment
This video explores the complex interplay between nature and nurture in shaping traits such as intelligence and height. It discusses the concept of heritability and how it changes depending on environmental factors, and touches on the...
Journey to the Microcosmos
How We Got The DNA From This Extremely Rare Ciliate
To study organisms at the genetic level, we need their DNA. Which means that we need to be able to wade through all the bits and pieces lying within their tiny bodies to pick out something even tinier—something we can’t just dig out with...
Visual Learning Systems
Genetics in Our Lives: Foundations of Genetics
This exciting program takes a glimpse at some of the amazing advances in modern genetics. Starting with the discovery of DNA, students will be exposed to advances such as the creation of recombinant DNA, vaccines, the human genome...
Curated Video
The Cell Cycle and Stem Cells: Understanding the Process and Potential Uses
This video explains the different stages of the cell cycle and how stem cells differentiate to form various cell types. It starts by discussing the structure of chromosomes and then moves onto describing the three stages of the cell...
FuseSchool
BIOLOGY - Genetics - What is DNA
DNA (deoxyribose nucleic acid) is extremely important. All living things have DNA, or in the case of some viruses they have RNA instead. In eukaryotes, it is found within the nucleus and is arranged into chromosomes. DNA determines the...
Science360
Human geneticist and leukemia research pioneer, Dr. Janet Rowley discusses her career
Janet Rowley was an American human geneticist and the first scientist to identify a chromosomal translocation as the cause of leukemia and other cancers. She received the National Medal of Science 1998. As a medalist, this year she...
Curated Video
Understanding Sex-Linked Genetic Disorders
This is a video that explains the concept of sex linked genetic disorders. The video begins by discussing chromosomes and how 22 pairs of chromosomes control characteristics, while one pair carries genes that determine sex (X&Y). The...
JJ Medicine
Hedgehog Signaling Pathway in Invertebrates | Mechanism and Role in Development
Introductory lesson on the Hedgehog Signalling Pathway in Invertebrates. The Hedgehog signaling pathway is important in embryological development of both invertebrates and vertebrates. Hedgehog proteins facilitate the activation of the...
FuseSchool
Genetics & Cell Division Keyword Definitions
Learn exactly what these different terms mean, that you will come across in genetics and cell division: Gamete, Chromosome, Gene, Allele, Dominant, Recessive, Homozygous, Heterozygous, Genotype, Phenotype, Haploid & Diploid
HealthSketch
What is Klinefelter's Syndrome?
A simple explainer video about the chromosome disorder Klinefelter's Syndrome, which is caused by an extra X chromosome in boys, and leads to low testosterone levels. We describe the common features of the condition and how it is...
Curated Video
How Sex is Determined in Humans
The video explains how the sex of a person is determined through their chromosomes. It clarifies that human body cells have 23 pairs of chromosomes, out of which one pair is responsible for determining whether a person is male or female....
Professor Dave Explains
Gene Expression Analysis and DNA Microarray Assays
If we want to understand a biological organism, we turn to the expression of its genome. Which genes are being expressed, and in which cells, and when? How does this differ between a normal cell and a cancer cell? We have incredibly...
Food Farmer Earth
"Exploring the Impact of GMOs: Insights from Alan Kapuler
Alan Kapuler provides an in-depth examination of GMOs (Genetically Modified Organisms), discussing the scientific and ethical considerations behind their use in agriculture. He emphasizes the need for transparency and comprehensive...
JJ Medicine
BRCA1 and BRCA2 Mutations & Cancer (Types of Cancer, and Who’s Most At Risk)
BRCA1 and BRCA2 are genes involved in DNA repair and other important functions. However, mutations in BRCA1 and BRCA2 increase the risk of different types of cancer, including breast and ovarian cancer. In this lesson, we discuss the...
Independent Producers
Sea Slug: Animal or Plant?
Small green sea slugs puzzle scientists because they can photosynthesize energy, just like plants. These Eastern Emerald Elysia sea slugs also appear to have several different types of DNA. Scientists are hopeful these sea slugs might...
JJ Medicine
Macroautophagy | Transcriptional Regulation: Lesson 2
Lesson on the transcriptional regulation of macroautophagy with emphasis on transcriptional repressors of the macroautophagy pathway. Macroautophagy is regulated transcriptionally during feeding, fasting, starvation, hypoxia and DNA...
Curated Video
How Mutations Affect Proteins and Organisms
The video discusses mutations in DNA and how they can affect the organism that carries them. It explains how mutations can occur in the coding and noncoding parts of DNA and how they can impact protein synthesis, specifically by changing...
msvgo
Law of Dominance
It explains Mendel's concept of dominant and recessive trait and describes biochemical basis of dominance.
Catalyst University
Genetics | Dihybrid Cross (Example 2)
A second example of a dihybrid cross in which the paternal AaBb gamete is crossed with the maternal AaBb gamete (both parents are doubly heterozygotes for genes A & B)
Curated Video
DNA and the Genome
This video discusses the structure and function of DNA. The video also talks about the sequencing of the human genome and its potential applications, such as linking genes to diseases and tracing migration patterns. It provides a basic...