by msander | Mar 1, 2019 | Gr 4-6 Science & Tech, Gr 7-8 Science & Tech, Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Biology
Doctors in Australia have identified twins apparently created from one egg and two sperm, a boy and a girl, the second time such twins have ever been reported. Source: ‘Strange place in between’ semi-identical twins — a boy and girl — ID’d in...
by msander | Jan 13, 2019 | Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Biology
In DNA Interactive: Code, learn about the scientists who made the discoveries and the mistakes as the mystery of the DNA code was unraveled. This simulation may require a flash plugin. Thanks for sharing Natalia!
by msander | Dec 2, 2018 | Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Biology, Safety
Introduction: Since its discovery in 1932, PTC paper has been a popular activity for students studying genetics. It is used to determine the genotypes of individuals, and is bitter tasting. It has been tied to the evolutionary advantage allowing some primates to...
by msander | Nov 29, 2018 | Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Biology
As American researchers say they tried to discourage He Jiankui from pursuing what he claims are the world’s first genetically edited babies, the Chinese scientist insists he is proud of his work and revealed that another volunteer is pregnant. Source: Chinese...
by msander | Nov 29, 2018 | Gr. 11-12 Biology
This is an update to Nehal’s Nov 27, 2018 post. The game board required for this resource is now included below. Our apologies to Nehal and all who opened the Nov 27 post for this omission. Introduction: The game involves students being dealt a set of cards,...
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