Rock 'N Learn
Life Science: Xylem and Phloem
Here's an exciting way to learn important facts and get ready for a life science test! In this episode we'll be looking at the xylem and phloem.
Visual Learning Systems
Genetics in Our Lives: Introduction
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...
ShortCutsTv
The Birth of Epigenetics: the Agouti Mouse Study
Could you really be what your mother ate? A groundbreaking experiment by Jirtle & Waterland provided the first scientific evidence of the influence of maternal diet on offspring health. It was not only the first demonstrated of foetal...
Rock 'N Learn
Life Science: Genetic Adaptation
Here's an exciting way to learn important facts and get ready for a life science test! In this episode we'll be looking at genetic adaptation.
FuseSchool
Gene Technology
Gene technology includes a range of activities that take advantage of genetic variation, modifying genes and transferring genes to new hosts. It includes genetic engineering and genetic testing. Gene technology is the term given to a...
Soliloquy
What is (and isn't) a GMO?
Many nations ban them, most people have eaten them, and some actively protest in opposition to their existence, but what exactly is a genetically modified organism, and what are some things that aren't a GMO but are nonetheless often...
Primer
Your Genes are Selfish
Genes are the true replicators, which can help explain a variety of counter-intuitive traits.
Mazz Media
Let's Talk About: Diabetes
Type 2 diabetes is reaching near-epidemic levels. It is a serious health condition affecting millions of people and increasing their risk for additional health issues. More young people have been diagnosed with diabetes than ever before....
Professor Dave Explains
Gene Linkage and Genetic Maps
We just learned about X-linked genes, but what about gene linkage in general? If two genes are on the same chromosome, we can say that they are linked. Are they always inherited together? Can the alleles rearrange in some way? Well don't...
FuseSchool
Nature vs Nurture
CREDITS Animation & Design: Waldi Apollis Narration: Dale Bennett Script: Bethan Parry Have you noticed that you're different to your relations, parents or carers, your next-door neighbour, the kid who lives across the street and...
FuseSchool
Down's Syndrome
You might know, or have seen somebody with Down’s syndrome, but in this video, you are going to learn what it is and why it happens. Down’s syndrome is caused by a change in the DNA. You probably remember that any change in the structure...
Catalyst University
Genetics | X-chromosome Inactivation, Barr Bodies, and the Calico Cat
X-chromosome inactivation in various sex chromosome genotypes (XX, XY, XXY, XXX, XO) and resulting Barr bodies; the Lyon hypothesis; the proposed mechanism of Calico cats
Rock 'N Learn
Life Science: Leaves and Flowers
Here's an exciting way to learn important facts and get ready for a life science test! In this episode we'll be looking at leaves and flowers.
FuseSchool
Selective Breeding
Selective breeding is also known as artificial selection. It is the process by which humans breed plants and animals for particular genetic characteristics. We have been doing this for thousands of years - ever since we first bred food...
FuseSchool
Unraveling Sex Determination: From Chromosomes to Cats
This video explains how sex is determined in humans and animals, focusing on the role of chromosomes in determining gender. It explores the genetic basis of sex determination, highlighting the contribution of the father's sperm in...
FuseSchool
GM Crops
GM stands for genetically modified. So, GM crops are plants grown for food whose genes have been altered using genetic engineering. In some cases, the genes of other organisms have been inserted into the genome of the crop plant to...
Rock 'N Learn
Life Science: Fruits and Seeds
Here's an exciting way to learn important facts and get ready for a life science test! In this episode we'll be looking at fruits and seeds.
Curated Video
Rachel Carson's Fight for the Environment
Marine biologist and writer Rachel Carson demanded that the US government take responsibility to protect people and the planet. Her book Silent Spring was a turning point in the modern environmental movement.
FuseSchool
Variation
CREDITS Animation & Design: Waldi Apollis Narration: Dale Bennett Script: Lucy Billings Look at these baby animals. You will have immediately observed how cute and fluffy they are but you will also have noticed that they are different -...
Professor Dave Explains
Gel Electrophoresis
How exactly do molecular biologists figure out all this stuff we have been learning? How do they do science with huge molecules like DNA and proteins? How can we gather empirical data about such molecules? Let's take a look at one...
FuseSchool
Sickle cell anaemia
There are about 4.4 million people in the world who have sickle-cell anaemia, while an additional 43 million are carriers. but did you know? Having the sickle cell allele actually protects you against malaria. This means you are more...
FuseSchool
Modern Cloning Techniques
When we talk about clones in science we mean organisms that are identical copies - they have the same DNA as each other. Identical twins are examples of naturally occurring clones. Both plants and animals can be cloned. Watch this video...
FuseSchool
BIOLOGY - Genetics - Mitosis in More Detail
In this video we are will look at mitosis, including the names of the key stages: interphase, prophase, metaphase, anaphase, telophase and cytokinesis. Mitosis is the process of cell division that produces identical copies of cells, and...