CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Life Science: Gene Therapy
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Gene therapy is the insertion of genes into a person's cells to cure a genetic disorder. Could gene therapy be the cure for AIDS? No, AIDS is caused by a virus. Gene...
American Institute of Biological Sciences
Action Bioscience: Lesson Directory
Peer-edited, educator written science lessons on current bioscience issues. Each lesson correlates to a peer-reviewed article on that topic, and contains questions about the article and a variety of engaging activities for students.
WebMD
Web Md: Health News
WebMD is a very helpful online health resource. Coverage includes the latest health & medical news, with in-depth medical references at your fingertips. Topics that range from diabetes to second hand smoking are discussed by medical...
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge National Laboratory: Dna Forensics
A concise explanation of the use of DNA technologies in forensic identification from the Oak Ridge National Laboratory. Additional valuable resources are provided.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Life Science: 4.6 Molecular Evidence
Explore the molecular evidence for evolution.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Test Prep: Mcat: Biomolecules: Dna: Dna Structure and Function
Provides detailed explanation of DNA's structure and function. Includes illustrations.
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory
Dna From the Beginning: Mutations Are Changes in Genetic Information
This article explains how and why mutations are so important to genetics.
Nobel Media AB
The Nobel Prize: The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine 1983
Read about the 1983 recipient of the Nobel Prize in Medicine, Barbara McClintock (1902-1992 CE), who was rewarded "For her discovery of mobile genetic elements." This website includes both primary and secondary resources, including a...
National Academy of Engineering
Health Technologies Timeline
Find a timeline of important medical inventions of the 20th century. Inventions include the first electrocardiograph, the first kidney dialysis machine, the first plastic contact lens, and the first artificial heart.
University of Kansas Medical Center
Univ. Of Kansas Medical Center: Accredited Programs
This site from the University of Kansas Medical Center provides a list and direct links to colleges with accredited genetic counseling programs.
Other
North Dakota State: Dna Structure
A brief text overview of DNA structure and an introduction or mention of the various forms of DNA.
University of California
University of California Museum of Paleontology: Genetic Similarities
A look at the techniques scientist use to analyze DNA for genetic similarities.
Davidson College
Dna Microarray Methodology
Discover how DNA microarray experiments are conducted with this step-by-step tutorial.
Science Buddies
Science Buddies: Project Ideas: Experiment With Genetically Modified Seeds
Compare the growth of normal plants with plants that have been genetically modified to make them resistant to the chemical herbicide Roundup. The Science Buddies project ideas are set up consistently beginning with an abstract,...
Science Buddies
Science Buddies: Blas Ting Flu Viruses
Remember going to the doctor and getting vaccine shots? It's no fun getting poked with a needle, but fortunately, a vaccine gives you protection against a serious illness for years to come. This project will show you why.
Science Buddies
Science Buddies: Pedigree Analysis: A Family Tree of Traits
Some characteristics, like the shape of your hairline, whether your earlobes are attached or detached, and whether or not you have freckles are inherited from your parents. In this science project you will learn about Mendelian traits,...
American Institute of Biological Sciences
Action Bioscience: Microbes in Court: Emerging Field of Microbial Forensics
Learn how microbes can actually help solve crimes. Uncover some of the problems with using microbes as forensic evidence.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Journey Into Dna
Travel deep into the human body to see exactly where your DNA resides. From the NOVA: Cracking the Code of Life Web site.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Nature Versus Nurture Revisited
Which dictates our existence? Is it our genetic makeup or the environment we grow up in? Kevin Davies offers an update on this long-standing debate, from the NOVA: "Cracking the Code of Life" Web site.
American Institute of Biological Sciences
Action Bioscience: Mitochondria and Aging
Following extensive research done by Dr. Douglas Wallace of the University of California, Irvine, it has been discovered that mitochondial genes affect the aging process. In an interview with the genetics scientist details are shared...
American Institute of Biological Sciences
Action Bioscience: Looking for Ms. Or Mr. Gene Right: Genetic Screening
Before you say, "I do," should you undergo genetic testing to determine if you or your future spouse have any health risks that could be transmitted to children? Address the scientific support for these tests as well as the moral...
American Institute of Biological Sciences
Action Bioscience: Environmental Metabolomics: Disease & Toxicity
Soak in this article featuring ways metabolomics studies will aid in understanding diseases in both humans and animals. Metabolomics is the study of metabolite profiles.
American Institute of Biological Sciences
Action Bioscience: Dna Patents Create Monopolies on Living Organisms
An article that argues patenting living organisms is unethical. Check out the argument and accompanying resources.
PBS
Nova: Journey Into Dna
Investigate the structure and function of DNA using this animated presentation.
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