Purdue University: Virtual Library Developmental Biology

A vocational discussion of aquaculture that includes a history of the field, its environmental impact, use of water, and the like. (Published in 1900.)

See sea urchins as they develop. A complete set of instructions for a lab in developmental biology. Excellent supporting material is provided, including troubleshooting information.

A fantastic set of lab exercises, background information, teaching materials and references. Great for high school biology.

This virtual microscope is ideal for learning how to properly use a microscope. Users can turn knobs and dials, throw switches, move levers, change lenses, select a specimen, and adjust oculars. Watch the seven minute video for an...

This interactive module introduces students to the basic concepts of development in a variety of organisms. Students will also learn about the experiments that gave scientists in the early 20th century insight into the mechanisms of...

A set of virtual experiment assignments where students investigate the process of photosynthesis and how it varies with different types of plants. They will change experimental conditions to see how different factors affect the rate of...

A set of virtual experiment assignments where students investigate the biochemistry of hemoglobin and the role it plays in the functioning of human red blood cells. Includes background information, glossary, online notebook, and...

These pages are from the Understanding Evolution website for teachers. They focus on homologous structures that organisms with common ancestors share.

Search this sizable library database for a variety of health sciences resources.

An exciting explanation of animal development using sea urchins as a model. Animations, still images and supporting explanations make for a great learning experience.