Amoeba Sisters
Gene Expression and the Order of the Operon
Looks aren't everything. According to my biology teacher, it's what is inside you that really matters. The video explains gene expression and regulation in prokaryotes using the Order of the Operon. It includes a description of the...
Amoeba Sisters
Viruses: Virus Replication and the Mysterious Common Cold
Viruses were nano before it was cool. The video discusses viruses such as the common cold and HIV. It includes the structure of a virus and the two cycles: the lytic cycle and the lysogenic cycle.
Amoeba Sisters
Why RNA is Just as Cool as DNA
Warning: there are no lifeguards in the gene pool! An educational video compares and contrasts DNA and RNA. It includes the three types of RNA as well as the four bases of RNA.
Amoeba Sisters
Protein Synthesis and the Lean, Mean Ribosome Machines
Don't copy from each other, unless you are DNA — in which case, please make an exact copy. The video explains protein synthesis including the difference in transcription and translation. It touches on codon and how reading three bases at...
Ricochet Science
Nucleic Acids
A video lesson covers the structure and function of nucleic acids. It also presents the similarities and differences in DNA and RNA.
Stated Clearly
What is DNA and How Does it Work?
Explaining exactly how DNA works to provide genetic information is a complex topic, but it is presented in a clear and engaging way through a five-minute video. Have learners try to explain how DNA works before watching the video, then...
Curated OER
Genetics
Has your class finished its unit on genetics? Use this resource to provide a quick, encompassing review. Mr. Anderson discusses DNA, RNA, nucleotides, mitosis, meiosis, diploids, haploids, gametes, gene expression, etc. Create a...
Curated OER
Genetics - Introduction
Explore genetics with Mr. Anderson! In this introduction, he discusses which topics he'll cover in subsequent sections. From DNA to RNA and cell cycle to mitosis and meiosis, Mr. Anderson provides a quick introduction to future videos.
Curated OER
HIV Virus
The parts of HIV are pointed out while the steps of the virus to overtake a cell are listed. Highly scientific terms make this resource appropriate for an advanced placement or college level biology course.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Rn Ai Discovered
In this video segment adapted from NOVA scienceNOW, students will learn how RNAi, a mechanism that has evolved in cells to prevent viral infection, was discovered and how it works. [5:43]
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Rn Ai Therapy
In this video segment adapted from NOVA scienceNOW, students will learn about RNAi's potential to treat a wide range of genetic and infectious diseases. [4:52]
Other
Southern Methodist University: Animated Molecules
QuickTime movies and images of many different molecules including DNA, RNA, histones, nucleosomes, etc. Includes links to publications for more info on each molecule.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Translation (M Rna to Protein)
A deep dive into how mRNA is translated into proteins with the help of ribosomes and tRNA. [14:11]
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Biology: Dna
A detailed introduction to dioxyribonucleic acid, otherwise known as DNA. [28:05]
Howard Hughes Medical Institute
Hhmi: Bio Interactive: Regulation of Eukaryotic Dna Transcription
General transcription factors, activators, and repressors interact to regulate the transcription of eukaryotic DNA into RNA. [2:05]
University of Utah
University of Utah: learn.genetics: What Is a Protein?
This video provides insight on the human protein. Content explores what a protein is, how they work, and how they are made.
Other
Molecular Movies: Cell & Molecular Animation Showcase
An organized directory showcasing cell and molecular animations for use in high school biology classrooms.
PBS
Nova Labs: The Rna Enigma
RNA is a wonder molecule that can answer some of the biggest mysteries in biology. But what exactly is RNA, and how can you help discover its secrets just by playing a game? [3:23]
PBS
Nova Labs: Virus Wars
All cellular life, including you, is in an ancient and unending war with viruses. Watch how viruses attack cells and learn about RNA interference, one of the ways that cells fight back. [3:33]
Other
Dna and Rna Transcription: Real Time Dna Encoding Pr
DNA video in real time. Show the amazing process of DNA transcription using amino acids to turn genes into proteins. [7:47]
Amoeba Sisters
Amoeba Sisters: Protein Synthesis
A video that explores how DNA leads to proteins. With this video students will understand the two steps of protein synthesis: transcription and translation. The steps are described in detail so students can see key steps of each process...
University of Utah
University of Utah: What Are Dna and Genes?
An explanation of what DNA and genes are. Includes video and text. [1:13]
PBS
Nova Labs: Protein Synthesis in the Cellular Factory
Your cells contain an amazing factory that builds the RNA and protein machines that keep you alive. Learn how this factory works and what the relationship is between DNA, RNA, and proteins. [3:48]
Howard Hughes Medical Institute
Hhmi: Bio Interactive: Rna Folding
Since RNA is single-stranded, it can fold upon itself and form structures that are protein-like in both appearance and functionality. [0:33]