When resting, blood goes from the heart to the lungs and back in about six seconds. An animation of the heart starts simply by showing blood flow through the two halves. It builds in complexity slowly over the course of five slides,...

For decades, the sight of blue books has struck fear in the hearts of collegians. Those books usually signal an essay exam, the topic of one of the handouts in a larger series on specific writing assignments. Using the handout, writers...

Take biologists on a journey into the heart of the Covid-19 virus with a series of stunning graphics and explanations about the global pandemic. Animations bring investigators up close to the virus, revealing its structure and movement...

Scroll down an engaging webpage to discover a plethora of women whose contributions shaped the science world from 1865 to today. Science enthusiasts follow a red guideline to read brief blurbs, watch videos, and examine photographs.

Whether you choose to include Twelfth Night in your course or whether Shakespeare's comedy has been thrust upon you, be not afraid to incorporate an interactive resource into your study of Shakespeare's tale of loss, love, and identity....

Tenzing Norgay, the Sherpa man who made history when he reached the summit of Mount Everest with Sir Edmund Hillary, is the focus of an informative article. Class members read about Norgay's perspective on the way up the mountain, the...

Whether out of choice or necessity, people want to know what will happen on a typical day in court. A helpful lesson walks scholars in the field of criminology through the trial process from opening statements to the final verdict. 

Walking through the ancient Nabataean city of Petra can be a challenge. A tour begins with a 20-minute walk down a rocky slope through the narrow Siq to get to the famous Treasury known to Indiana Jones fans. But that is...

This feature from the NOVA: "Cut to the Heart" highlights facts about the heart, including its size and placement, and will help you to understand the importance of this wondrous organ in our bodies.

This site provides information about a heart attack: definition, care, and treatment of a heart attack. Discusses various treatments: cardiac catheterization, angioplasty and bypass surgery.

View various resources on cardiovascular health. Included at this website, in addition to general resources on heart and lung health, are write-ups on various research studies and medical and technological advances.

The Merck Manual describes the human heart and shows how the heart pumps blood. Includes interactive 3D models.

What is heart failure? What is the difference between a heart attack and heart failure? What role does stress in heart failure? These questions are answered by a doctor or a number of people who have actually experienced heart failure.

Interviews were conducted with a number of people who have experienced a heart attack. These people talk about their heart attack , recovery, treatment, and life after the attack.

See how the human heart moves blood through the body in this animated feature from the NOVA: "Cut to the Heart" Web site.

Learn basic information about heart health and what heart disease is. Also, read about various heart conditions, treatments and risk factors, and lifestyle changes which support heart health. The site can be translated into several...

The American Heart Association wants to help create a new generation of life savers - teens who know how to perform CPR and use AEDs (Automated External Defibrillators) to save lives. Be The Beat! teaches teens about heart health and...

This video segment describes the basics of the circulatory system: how the heart pumps the blood that carries oxygen and nutrients throughout the body. [3:14]

Check your target heart rate for safe and effective exercise according to your age and health status in this interactive heart rate calculator

NOVA chronicles the story of a handful of brilliant surgeons and researchers who have pursued the target of a practical artificial heart for decades. The website contains a wonderful map of the human heart, amazing heart facts,...

Offical site of the Texas Heart Institute at St.Luke's Hospital, ranked among the nation's top 10 heart centers. Offers information on heart disease and treatment.

Follow the story of James Reynolds as he receives a heart transplant. This site gives a fairly graphic, detailed account of the surgery involved.

This site provides in-depth information about congestive heart failure (CHF). The site asks and answers important questions to better educate the public.

This website, available in English or French, presents general information on heart health and research news. Learn what heart disease is and how it can be prevented and treated through diet and exercise.