Explains what genetic mutation is, results of mutation, types, how scientists use it in research and in medicine, what it looks like at the molecular level, chemicals that can cause mutation, and frequency of occurrence. (Published:...

These class notes from a Microbiology course at Acadia University outline point mutations, frameshift mutations, mutagens, mutation rate, and mutant isolation. A good way to review already learned concepts.

Understand how mutations occur, and the implications.

This website provides an answer to the following question: "What are Gene Mutations?" Many links are provided throughout this short description that access information on related subjects.

Get a brief overview of the connection between mutations and genetic diseases. Several causes of mutations are also presented.

Provides a comparison of germline and somatic mutations based on cause, heredity, how they are inherited, the effects they have, when they occur, the extent of the occurrence, and how they are detected. Describes examples of both types...

Discusses common mutations that occur in the human population and describes the many different types of genetic mutations and their impact.

Somatic cells are any cells that are not involved in reproduction and thus cannot be passed on to offspring. This resource discusses mutations in somatic cells, how they occur, how they are detected, and the diseases they can cause in...

Good explanation of the different types of mutations. Solid background on base-pair substitution.

A good overview of mutation types, causes, and effects. Scroll down to the section on types of mutations for a good overview of frameshifts.

This article explains how and why mutations are so important to genetics.

Not all genetic mutations are harmful. Examples of beneficial mutations are described here.

Provides a great overview of DNA damage from agents such as ultraviolet light, nuclear radiation, and certain chemicals. Includes DNA strand drawings.

Follow the growth of a carcinoma from initial mutation to widespread metastasis in this feature from the NOVA: "Cancer Warrior" Web site.

An overview of Huntington's disease, including history of disease, characteristics of disorder, nature of mutation, treatment, and son on.

This site from WebMD Health provides great information on the Hutchinson Gilford Progeria Syndrome. It discusses synonyms, disorder subdivisions, and general discussion with resources. Links are provided throughout for additional...

A detailed website that explains the history and process of classifying animals using evolutionary, molecular, and physical characteristics relationships. Website also contains information on evolution and evolutionary processes....

Find out what genetic mutations are and view some of the mutations that affect the wing structure, body color, eye color, and head shape of fruit flies.

An interactive website that explores information about genes, mitosis, meiosis, cloning, and gene mutation. Concepts are discussed in detail with an interactive glossary and animations. At the end of each section quick questions are...

Definition of Mutagen, plus information on related terms such as Carcinogen and Teratogen.

From ABC News in Science, this article charts the breast cancer research undergone by a team of international scientists. The research explores issues related to gene mutations and breast cancer. (May, 2007)

Explains what chromosomes are, their structure, their functions within a cell, and the health impact of mutations in a gene sequence.

Presents information about human chromosomes, their structure, and genetic disorders that can result from mutations.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Summarizes the key points about adaptations, mutation, evolution, and natural selection. Includes a few questions to check for understanding.