Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory
Dna From the Beginning: Dna Is Only the Beginning
The human genome project was established to determine the sequence of DNA bases that are found in each human cell. Understanding what the resulting proteins do is an entirely different project. This page is about how we are trying to...
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Religion and Ethics Weekly: Dr. Francis S. Collins Interview
Read a discussion with Francis S. Collins, director of the Human Genome Project, who touches on the role that faith plays in his profession. Collins discusses the Human Genome Project and its goals and results, genetic disorders, and the...
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Dna on the Witness Stand
Dr. Eric Lander of the Human Genome Project explains the use of DNA as forensic evidence. He describes the process and need for standards in testing laboratories and discusses the use of DNA evidence as a human rights tool.
Open Curriculum
Open Curriculum: Dna Technology
This article will help students define DNA technology, the Human Genome Project, and PCR.
Biotechnology Institute
Biotechnology Institute: Your World: Cracking the Code of Life [Pdf]
The Biotechnology Institute, in conjunction with a special titled, "Cracking the Code of Life" from NOVA/WGBH television, presents this issue dedicated to explorations of the human genome, one of the most exciting and provocative areas...
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: The Sequencing Race Begins
This video segment from NOVA: "Cracking the Code of Life" looks at one of the key players in the race to decode the human genome.
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Human Genome Project: Presidential Visit From the Grave
This resource details a slight controversy solved over the sudden death of President Zachary Taylor. It provides brief, but very interesting information on the subject.
Scientific American
Scientific American: Mapping Chromosome 21
This site has all kinds of information about current events on the decoding of the human genome, and specifically chromosome 21. This research will be helpful in identifying the root of common Down Syndrome complications.
Other
Genome: The Secret of How Life Works
Great site to explore. Offers interactive games and quizzes for students. Includes lesson plans for educators as well. Site is available in Spanish if necessary.
Science Buddies
Science Buddies: Computational Exploration of Protein Function
The DNA in our cells contains our "blueprints," but it's the proteins in our cells that do most of the work. The Human Genome Project has allowed us to start reading the blueprints, but we still don't understand what most of the proteins...
University of Arizona
The Biology Project: Human Biology
This site provides basic information on human genetics and reproduction using tutorials, simulations, images and quizzes. There are also links to other worthwhile sites.
Other
Oregon State University: Barleyworld
This is a site about barley that contains a list on the left with a link to a page about the North American Barley Genome Project.
Science Buddies
Science Buddies: Who Has the Biggest Genome?
Humans are complex creatures, but do we have the biggest genome? All living things, from humans to worms to bacteria have genomes. In this experiment you will compare the genome sizes of different organisms to find out who has the...
American Academy of Achievement
Academy of Achievement: Eric S. Lander, ph.d.
Biography of Eric Lander a scientist and pioneer of human gene research and medicine.
National Institutes of Health
National Center for Biotechnology Information: Education
This link has many tools to help understand the revolutionary sciences and discoveries in genetics.
PBS
Pbs Teachers: Genetic Research: Decisions to Be Made
Examine current genetic research and the ethical implications of this research. Explore expert opinions on the ethical implications of mapping the human genome.
Science Buddies
Science Buddies: The Perfect Marriage of Computer Science & Medicine
Find out the real explanation for why your parents are so weird. Here is a project that lets you explore the internet to find out why your "DNA blueprint" is so important to health and disease. In this project you will use methods that...
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Ornl: Teacher's Guide Superconductivity for High School Students
This site from the Human Genome Project provides a large collection of facts and information, demonstrations, experiments and project ideas. Written for teachers but easily adaptable for any type of student work. A good site to check out...
Science Buddies
Science Buddies: Neanderthals, Orangutans, Lemurs & You; A Primate Reunion
You have probably seen figures showing how human beings are related to chimpanzees, gorillas, and other primates. In this genomics science fair project, you will use bioinformatics tools to generate your own primate family tree.
American Institute of Biological Sciences
Action Bioscience: Flowering Plants: Keys to Evolution & Human Well Being
Plants give us insight into the past, sustain the present, and prepare for the future. Peruse the article to appreciate the value of angiosperms.
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory
Dna Interactive: Teacher Guide
Teacher resource page provides links to additional teacher materials, the six units, student worksheets and templates that can be used as teachers and students work through the DNA Interactive site.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Genetic Variation
This video segment from NOVA: "Cracking the Code of Life" explores the genetic similarities and differences among organisms.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: How to Conquer a Genetic Disease
In Blazing a Genetic Trail, by the Howard Hughes Medical Institute, follow this three-step approach to treating genetic diseases.
The Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry
Abpi: Biotechnology
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.