Mazz Media
Autoimmune Diseases
In this live-action program viewers will learn that an autoimmune disease occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks and destroys healthy body tissue. Students will come to understand that special cells called regulatory T cells...
NASA
NASA | DNA Building Blocks Can Be Made in Space
NASA-funded researchers have evidence that some building blocks of DNA, the molecule that carries the genetic instructions for life, found in meteorites were likely created in space. The research gives support to the theory that a "kit"...
Catalyst University
Genetics | Law of Segregation & Punnet Squares
A brief discussion on Mendel's law of segregation followed by an in-depth Punnet square (monohybrid cross) example.
Rock 'N Learn
Life Science: Intro
Here's an exciting way to learn important facts and get ready for a life science test!
Professor Dave Explains
Neuronal Pools and Neural Processing
Ok, so we now have a pretty solid understanding of neuronal structure, as well as the action potential and synapses, so we understand how information gets from one neuron to the next. But that's just the tip of the iceberg. How are...
FuseSchool
What Are Chromosomes
In the nucleus of each eukaryotic cell, the DNA is packaged together into chromosomes. Each chromosome is made up of DNA that is tightly coiled around proteins that give it the structure. Chromosomes usually occur in pairs, except for...
Curated Video
Fragmentation: Asexual Reproduction in Plants
In this live-action program viewers will learn that a common form of asexual reproduction, without requiring gametes, flowers, seeds or fruits, is fragmentation. As the word implies, fragments of the parent organism split or break off....
Professor Dave Explains
The Brain and Language
The way that humans communicate is very complex. We have an innate ability to understand and formulate language. As one might imagine, the accompanying brain activity is also quite complex, involving several different regions with very...
Rock 'N Learn
Life Science: Xylem and Phloem
Here's an exciting way to learn important facts and get ready for a life science test! In this episode we'll be looking at the xylem and phloem.
Visual Learning Systems
Genetics in Our Lives: Introduction
This exciting program takes a glimpse at some of the amazing advances in modern genetics. Starting with the discovery of DNA, students will be exposed to advances such as the creation of recombinant DNA, vaccines, the human genome...
ShortCutsTv
The Birth of Epigenetics: the Agouti Mouse Study
Could you really be what your mother ate? A groundbreaking experiment by Jirtle & Waterland provided the first scientific evidence of the influence of maternal diet on offspring health. It was not only the first demonstrated of foetal...
Rock 'N Learn
Life Science: Genetic Adaptation
Here's an exciting way to learn important facts and get ready for a life science test! In this episode we'll be looking at genetic adaptation.
FuseSchool
Gene Technology
Gene technology includes a range of activities that take advantage of genetic variation, modifying genes and transferring genes to new hosts. It includes genetic engineering and genetic testing. Gene technology is the term given to a...
Soliloquy
What is (and isn't) a GMO?
Many nations ban them, most people have eaten them, and some actively protest in opposition to their existence, but what exactly is a genetically modified organism, and what are some things that aren't a GMO but are nonetheless often...
Primer
Your Genes are Selfish
Genes are the true replicators, which can help explain a variety of counter-intuitive traits.
Mazz Media
Let's Talk About: Diabetes
Type 2 diabetes is reaching near-epidemic levels. It is a serious health condition affecting millions of people and increasing their risk for additional health issues. More young people have been diagnosed with diabetes than ever before....
Professor Dave Explains
Gene Linkage and Genetic Maps
We just learned about X-linked genes, but what about gene linkage in general? If two genes are on the same chromosome, we can say that they are linked. Are they always inherited together? Can the alleles rearrange in some way? Well don't...
FuseSchool
Nature vs Nurture
CREDITS Animation & Design: Waldi Apollis Narration: Dale Bennett Script: Bethan Parry Have you noticed that you're different to your relations, parents or carers, your next-door neighbour, the kid who lives across the street and...
FuseSchool
Down's Syndrome
You might know, or have seen somebody with Down’s syndrome, but in this video, you are going to learn what it is and why it happens. Down’s syndrome is caused by a change in the DNA. You probably remember that any change in the structure...
Catalyst University
Genetics | X-chromosome Inactivation, Barr Bodies, and the Calico Cat
X-chromosome inactivation in various sex chromosome genotypes (XX, XY, XXY, XXX, XO) and resulting Barr bodies; the Lyon hypothesis; the proposed mechanism of Calico cats
Rock 'N Learn
Life Science: Leaves and Flowers
Here's an exciting way to learn important facts and get ready for a life science test! In this episode we'll be looking at leaves and flowers.
FuseSchool
Unraveling Sex Determination: From Chromosomes to Cats
This video explains how sex is determined in humans and animals, focusing on the role of chromosomes in determining gender. It explores the genetic basis of sex determination, highlighting the contribution of the father's sperm in...
FuseSchool
Selective Breeding
Selective breeding is also known as artificial selection. It is the process by which humans breed plants and animals for particular genetic characteristics. We have been doing this for thousands of years - ever since we first bred food...