A tutorial on genetic engineering. Students work their way through illustrations and animated tutorials about how genetic modification works and the ethical issues surrounding this scientific practice. The last two sections have...

Students construct paper recombinant plasmids to simulate the methods genetic engineers use to create modified bacteria.

Students use DNA profiling to determine who robbed a bank. After they learn how the FBI's Combined DNA Index System (CODIS) is used to match crime scene DNA with tissue sample DNA, students use CODIS principles and sample DNA fragments...

This site includes a lesson plan designed to teach students how genetic traits are passed down from parents to offspring. Students will explore such concepts as random selection, chrosomes, genotypes and phenotypes using jelly beans and...

Under the "The Science Behind Harry Potter" theme, a succession of diverse complex scientific topics are presented to students through direct immersive interaction. Student interest is piqued by the incorporation of popular culture into...

Human beings are fascinating and complex living organisms-a symphony of different functional systems working in concert. Through a 10-lesson series with hands-on activities students are introduced to seven systems of the human...

Students reinforce their knowledge that DNA is the genetic material for all living things by modeling it using toothpicks and gumdrops that represent the four biochemicals (adenine, thiamine, guanine, and cytosine) that pair with each...

This site from American Museum of Natural History focuses on Genetics. It defines genetics and provides links to games, stories, videos, and hands-on activities on the topic.

Students read through a complete, interactive lesson on biotechnology. An activity at the end allows students to research and present arguments for or against statements about the ethics of gene therapy and gene manipulation.

Students perform DNA forensics using food coloring to enhance their understanding of DNA fingerprinting, restriction enzymes, genotyping and DNA gel electrophoresis. They place small drops of different food coloring ("water-based paint")...

Students are introduced to the latest imaging methods used to visualize molecular structures and the method of electrophoresis that is used to identify and compare genetic code (DNA). Students should already have basic knowledge of...

Students explore the relationships between genetics, biodiversity, and evolution through a simple activity involving hypothetical wild mouse populations. First, students toss coins to determine what traits a set of mouse parents...

The discovery of restriction enzymes and their applications in DNA analysis has proven to be essential for biologists and chemists. This lesson focuses on restriction enzymes and their applications to DNA analysis and DNA fingerprinting....

This resource offers short animated videos, interactive activities, and a collection of articles and links about the major issues surrounding sustainable agriculture and factory farming. Such topics discussed are pollution, animal...

First, students toss coins to determine what traits a set of mouse parents possess, such as fur color, body size, heat tolerance, and running speed. Next they use coin tossing to determine the traits a mouse pup born to these parents...

Article discusses the science of epigenetics, where gene activity can be changed by factors other than genetic code, for example, by environmental pollutants. (Published: August 22, 2011)

Students color-code a schematic of a cell and its cell membrane structures. Then they complete the "Build-a-Membrane" activity found at http://learn.genetics.utah.edu. This reinforces their understanding of the structure and function of...

Research and debate the arguments for and against the use of genetically modified foods.

A comprehensive site about the Green Peace organization.

Take a behind-the-scenes look at the pharmaceutical business. Learn about everything from medicine research and development to human resource concerns for a drug manufacturing company. Some interactive illustrations and suggested...