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Use these great resources to help you teach and learn about Genetics.

Gregor Mendel Biography New
Read this brief biography of the monk who is considered the founder of modern genetics. It was created using the biographical framework provided by your guide.

Genetics From About Best of the Net - New
Learn all about genetics at this awesome site provided by About.

Academic Programs on Genetics New
Have students interested in studying genetics? Use the information here to point them in the right direction.

Human Genome Project New
Started in 1990, this government-funded project has many goals including identifying every human gene. The research is expected to be fully completed by 2003. Find publications, images, and fact sheets to help teach students about this exciting project.

Genetic Science Learning Center New
Awesome thematic units to help relate genetics to everyday issues such as conservation and disease. You will find experiments activities and a special teacher area.

Mission: Drosophila New
Created by students, this site offers four 'missions' in which your class can solve mysteries while learning about genetics. Your students can use this site as a gateway for further study in genetics.

Picture It: Genetics New
As this site states, you'll find links to an interactive fruit fly lab, karyotype images, DNA visualizations, mitosis and meiosis, and evolution graphics. Great way to help visual learners.

Watson and Crick New
Read a brief profile of the two individuals who discovered the structure of DNA in 1953. Hear their voices in actual recordings and more.

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