Curated OER
What is Everything Made of?
Students observe a demonstration on how we see space between water molecules. In this experimental lesson students discover what elements make up the things around them and discuss what they learned.
Curated OER
Evolution
Students research the theory of evolution and the controversy. In this evolution lesson students view a film on Charles Darwin then they write an essay about whether or not intelligent design should be taught in science class.
Curated OER
Chromosomes and Genes in Action: Microviewer
In this chromosomes worksheet, students understand the make up of a DNA molecule and compare the different ways chromosomes are connected. This worksheet has 35 fill in the blank questions and 6 drawings.
Curated OER
Using Ion Exchange Chromatography to Separate Proteins
Students explore protein purification by separating a positively charged molecule, lysozyme, from a negatively charged molecule, albumin, at neutral pH using ion exchange chromatography.
Thinkport Education
Thinkport: Designing a Healthier, Happier Meal: Stem Career: Cell Biologist
LEarn how cell biologists study the structure and function of cells, including the interactions that happen inside cells.
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
Berkeley Lab: Did You Ever Wonder? What Makes a Normal Cell Turn Cancerous?
Students investigate what makes a normal cell turn cancerous. The article discusses the work of cell biologist Kunxin Luo. The resource consists of pictures, quotes, and links to additional resources.
Other
Molecular Movies: 3 D Tutorials for Biologists
A collection of visualization-oriented tutorials for creating 3D animations for use in your biology classroom. Search by difficulty level, software package, or 3D topic area.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: How to Biohack Your Cells to Fight Cancer
Greg Foot dives into the science of how biologists are biohacking the human body to try to fix the seemingly unfixable.
Microscopy UK
Microscopy Uk: Robert Hooke the Father of Modern Science
An excellent review of this important man in science who went unnoticed for so many years.
Stanford University
Stanford University: Bacterial Disease Research
Read about cutting-edge research on bacterial pathogens from the Stanford University. Then view movies showing how these pathogens invade their hosts. The introduction for the non-biologist is very helpful.
Other
Jewel Plummer Cobb, ph.d.
This short bio of Jewel Plummer Cobb summarizes her accomplishments and links to many other prominent women in the Science and Engineering field. It offers a current photo and lists the positions she holds.
Other
Jewel Plummer Cobb
A fairly in-depth description of this African-American medical researcher's educational background and contributions is provided. Did you know that Jewel Plummer Cobb has been the recipient of 21 honorary doctorates?