Genetics Genetics includes the study of heredity, or how traits are passed from parents to offspring. The topics of genetics vary and are constantly changing as we learn more about the genome and how we are influenced by our genes. Inheritance Mendel & Inheritance – powerpoint presentation covering basics of genetics Simple Genetics Practice – using mendelian genetics and punnett squares Genetic Crosses with two traits – basic crosses, uses Punnet squaresGenetic Crosses with two traits II – basic crossses, uses Punnett squaresDihybrid Crosses in Guinea Pigs (pdf) – step through on how to do a 4×4 punnett square Codominance & Incomplete Dominance – basic crosses involving codominance X-Linked Traits – practice crosses that involve sex-linkage, mainly in fruitflies The Genetics of Blood Disorders – a worksheet with genetics problems that relate to specific disorders: sickle cell anemia, hemophilia, and Von Willebrand disease. Human Genetics Presentation Chromosomes Modeling Chromosomal Inheritance
What we already know – a tuatara transcriptome | Sequencing - the Tuatara Genome We are not starting from scratch in our mission to understand the genetics of tuatara. Scientists have been working on these creatures for more than a hundred years, and in that time plenty of researchers have used tuatara DNA to try to understand the world. For the most part, these studies have used DNA sequences as witnesses to evolutionary history, rather than data from which to understand the day-to-day biology of tuatara. Hilary Miller is one researcher who has taken a genetic approach to understanding how tuatara work. Up until last year, there were a few hundred tuatara DNA sequences known to science. The sequences you published make up what’s called “transcriptome” – what does that mean? A transcriptome is a set of expressed genes in a given cell type. Is there a particular reason you used an embryo for the first transcriptome sequence? Before your study, what did we know about tuatara genetics. What was the most exciting result to come from the transcriptome study?
Uniquely Me Take a closer look at the people around you. Chances are you’ll recognise that, while you share many features in common with them, there are other features and behaviours they have that are quite different from yours. For example, we all have 2 eyes but they come in many different colours and shapes. Why are we the way we are? Apart from identical twins, each of us has a unique genetic make-up that provides the instructions for our growth and development. However, how you look and act (your phenotype) is actually a result of the interaction between your genetic make-up and your environment. Some of these interactions happen before we’re even born, during embryonic development. In this context, we explore 2 fundamental questions: Why are we the way we are? Meet our scientists We meet 4 scientists who are actively involved in research to learn more about the interactions between genetic and environmental factors: Peter Dearden is the director of Genetics Otago.
Does Sunscreen Protect my DNA? In this laboratory experiment students explore how effectively different sunscreens protect yeast cells from damage caused by ultraviolet (UV) radiation. DNA contains the instructions for proper cell function; changes to DNA can cause cancer; skin cancer can be caused by exposure to UV radiation, which comes from the sun; and the meaning of SPF ratings on sunscreens. Class Time: Two 45 minute class times Prep Time: 1-2 hours Does Sunscreen Protect my DNA? Student Version Does Sunscreen Protect my DNA? Teacher pages include material supply contacts and teaching strategies to help students interpret and explore their data. Students follow simple step-by-step instructions to explore DNA damage caused by UV radiation. Funding provided by a Howard Hughes Medical Institute Precollege Science Education Initiative for Biomedical Research Institutions Award (Grant 51000125)
Teacher Resources - GeneEd - Genetics, Education, Discovery Lesson plans, genetic educational materials, printable activity sheets, and other teaching resources for educators seeking to increase genetic and genomic literacy. Biostatistics Basic Probability and Chi-Squared Tests (Lesson Plans/Lesson Activities) Description: An expert authored advanced in-class exercise teaching critical skills for classic genetic analysis, including probability, making predictions, and assessment Source: Genetics Society of America | URL: Build a Gel Electrophoresis Chamber (PDF 8,261.5 KB, Lesson Plans/Lesson Activities) Description: Step-by-step instructions for building a gel electrophoresis chamber using inexpensive materials that are easily obtained from local hardware and electronics stores. Source: Genetics Science Learning Center at the University of Utah | URL: Colorful Electrophoresis (Lesson Plans/Lesson Activities) Biotechnology Evolution
Tenth of quirky creature's active genes are foreign: Believed to 'ingest' DNA from other simple organisms Up to 10 per cent of the active genes of an organism that has survived 80 million years without sex are foreign, a new study from the University of Cambridge and Imperial College London reveals. The asexual organism, the bdelloid rotifer, has acquired a tenth of its active genes from bacteria and other simple organisms like fungi and algae. The findings were reported Nov. 15 in the journal PLoS Genetics. Bdelloid rotifers are best known for going 80 million years without sex, as they have evolved to reproduce successfully without males. Bdelloids have also developed the fascinating ability to withstand almost complete desiccation when the freshwater pools they typically live in dry up. "We were thrilled when we discovered that nearly 10 per cent of bdelloids' active genes are foreign, adding to the weirdness of an already odd little creature," said Professor Alan Tunnacliffe, lead author of the study from the University of Cambridge.
The Control of the Cell Cycle Lists of Nobel Prizes and Laureates Control of the Cell Cycle Play the Control of the Cell Cycle Game About the game The game is about the different phases in ordinary cell division, mitosis. The Nobel Prize The 2001 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded for discoveries concerning the control of the cell cycle. Share this: Share on facebook Share on google_plusone_share Share on twitter More Sharing Services31 Share on email To cite this pageMLA style: "The Control of the Cell Cycle". Recommended: The Legacy of Alfred Nobel On 27 November 1895 Alfred Nobel signed his last will in Paris. Play the Blood Typing Game Try to save some patients and learn about human blood types! Unlocking the Secrets of Our Cells Discover the 2012 awarded research on stem cells and cell signalling. Contact E-mail us Press Sitemap A-Z Index Frequently Asked Questions Terms Follow Contact | Press | Sitemap | FAQ | Terms Copyright © Nobel Media AB 2014 Follow us: Follow us: Facebook Google+ Twitter YouTube Nobel Prize App
GENETICS UNIT TASK CARDS This is a set of 35 task cards to cover your genetics unit. The cards are completely editable, as task cards are designed to be versatile. I personally use them as stations for review before a test. Task cards 1-20 include monohybrid cross Punnett squares, Mendel's Laws, dihybrid crosses, and one card focusing on test crosses. Task cards 21-35 include codominance, incomplete dominance, multiple alleles, X-linked inheritance and pedigrees. Answer key is included. You may also be interested in: Notes: Introduction to GeneticsGenetics Lab: Exploring Human TraitsGenetics Problemset: Fantasy CreaturesPedigree Practice: The Blue People of Troublesome Creek Vanessa Jason Biology Roots
GENETICS PROJECT/SIMULATION: CREATURE INVASION! <div class="deployment_message_block"><span> Hi, You need to enable javascript on your browser to use TpT. <a href=" target="_blank">See how this improves your TpT experience</a>. </span></div> About Us | Blog | FAQs & Help All Categories Cart Your shopping cart is empty Log In | Not a member? Genetics Project/Simulation: Creature Invasion! Subjects Science, Biology, Other (Science) Grade Levels 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, Homeschool Resource Types Projects, Activities, Cooperative Learning Product Rating PDF (Acrobat) Document File Be sure that you have an application to open this file type before downloading and/or purchasing. 0.32 MB | 10 pages Creature Invasion! Total Pages Answer Key Teaching Duration 1 Week Report Copyright Infringement Average Ratings Overall Quality: Accuracy: Practicality: Thoroughness: Creativity: Clarity: Total: 1 rating Comments & Ratings On April 9, 2014, Buyer said: love it Mark as helpful