Bozeman Science
Chromosomal Genetics
Paul Andersen explains aspects of genetics that were not covered by Gregor Mendel. He begins with the following topics; incomplete dominance, codominance, epistasis, multiple alleles, and multiple genes. He then explains how linked genes...
Bozeman Science
Chromosomal Inheritance
In this video Paul Andersen describes genetics at the chromosomal level. He begins with a simple monohybrid cross as viewed through Mendelian genetics and then shows how genes are distributed through meiosis to possible gametes. This is...
Bozeman Science
Blood Types
Paul Andersen explains the importance of blood types in blood transfusions. He starts with a brief discussion of blood antigens and antibodies. He describes how the ABO differs from the Rh blood type. He shows you how to solve simple...
Bozeman Science
Genetics Preview
Paul Andersen previews the information in the genetics unit. He defines the central dogma of biology and explains how DNA creates an RNA transcript that is used to translate proteins. He differentiates between mitosis and meiosis. He...
SciShow
3 Genes That Give People Superpowers
There are genetic mutations in the population today that can grant people some seemingly superhuman abilities.
Bozeman Science
Population Variation
Paul Andersen explains the importance of genetic variation within a population. He begins with a discussion of the devil facial tumor that is a form of cancer transferred between Tasmanian devils. He then explains how a decrease in...
SciShow
How Do My Fingerprints Form?
How do fingerprints form? Even though many people think it's random, a lot of it has to do with your genes!
TED Talks
TED: The intended consequences of helping nature thrive | Ryan Phelan
From a special black-footed ferret to coral that can withstand warming waters, genetic rescue efforts that use genomics and synthetic biology are helping nature thrive. But despite the huge successes of this kind of intervention,...
Crash Course
Heredity: Crash Course Biology
Hank and his brother John discuss heredity via the gross example of relative ear wax moistness.
Bozeman Science
Linked Genes
Paul Andersen explains how linked genes behave and how linked genes were discovered. He shows how linked genes would be reflected in a dihybrid cross using a fruit fly simulator. He uses chromosome-based punnett squares to explain why...
TED Talks
TED: The ethical dilemma of designer babies | Paul Knoepfler
Creating genetically modified people is no longer a science fiction fantasy; it's a likely future scenario. Biologist Paul Knoepfler estimates that within fifteen years, scientists could use the gene editing technology CRISPR to make...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: What is bipolar disorder? - Helen M. Farrell
The word bipolar means 'two extremes.' For the many millions experiencing bipolar disorder around the world, life is split between two different realities: elation and depression. So what causes this disorder? And can it be treated?...
Bozeman Science
A Beginner's Guide to Punnett Squares
Paul Andersen introduces the Punnett Square as a a powerful tool in genetic analysis. He tries to address major misconceptions that students have when use a Punnett Square. He gives a number of examples of monohybrid crosses and one...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: You could have a secret twin (but not the way you think) | Kayla Mandel Sheets
While searching for a kidney donor, Karen Keegan stumbled upon a mystery. After undergoing genetic testing, it turned out that some of her cells had a completely different set of genes from the others. And this second set of genes...
Crash Course
Natural Selection - Crash Course Biology
Hank guides us through the process of natural selection, the key mechanism of evolution.
Bozeman Science
Mendelian Genetics
Paul Andersen explains simple Mendelian genetics. He begins with a brief introduction of Gregor Mendel and his laws of segregation and independent assortment. He then presents a number of simple genetics problems along with their...
Bizarre Beasts
We Thought These Snakes Were All The Same
New ReviewEyelash vipers were thought to be one widely distributed species that came in a lot of colors, but they’re actually more like five to nine different snakes that each come in a rainbow of colors...even within the same litter... so, how...
The Daily Conversation
Human-Animal Chimeras, The Future of Medicine?
New ReviewAn ethically questionable new genetic technique attempts to grow human organs inside of pigs.
Curated Video
Punnet Squares
New ReviewThis video explains how Punnet squares are used to predict genetic traits.
Curated Video
DNA Structure
New ReviewThis video outlines how DNA is structured and coded for genetics.
Wonderscape
Exploring Gene Splicing: Creating Hybrid Animals and Resurrecting Extinct Species
Science Kids Bringing Back Extinct Animals - Should We Just Because We Can The video explores the concept of gene splicing and creating hybrid animals through genetic engineering techniques like CRISPR technology. It discusses examples...
Wonderscape
Exploring Genetics: From Genes to Gene Splicing
Science Kids Bringing Back Extinct Animals - Should We Just Because We Can This video provides an engaging and informative overview of genetics and gene splicing. It explains how genes determine our physical characteristics, the role of...
Wonderscape
The Ethics and Implications of Gene SplicingPros of Gene Splicing
Science Kids Bringing Back Extinct Animals - Should We Just Because We Can The pros of gene splicing include the potential to bring back extinct species, advance medical treatments through CRISPR and optogenetics, and gain a deeper...
Curated Video
Link between Older Grandfathers & Autism
Howcast -Learn about the link between older grandfathers and autism from pediatrician and child development expert Asma J. Sadiq, M.D. in this Howcast video.