In this activity, students are exposed to some of the most significant biomolecules currently exploited by technology and identify their natural origins. They also explain the significance of the roles these biomolecules play in nature, as well as for humans. Specifically, students work to develop a logical process for a real-life application of biotechnology (insulin production) using knowledge...

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This activity utilizes the emergence of antibiotic resistance, and mechanisms thereof, to teach essential concepts including natural selection, bacterial gene transfer, mutation, and gene expression. It also provides a connection between course content and modern applications of important concepts. The activity (app. 25 minutes) is intended for introductory students in biology. It is flexible and...

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This is a case study adapted from "Teaching Chemistry Through the Jigsaw Strategy" by the Quality Education Fund, Hong Kong (2007). It brings to attention the importance of chirality and the structures of molecules in a biological context. It describes the real events surrounding the drug Thalidomide before it was pulled off of the market. This drug has recently been introduced back to the market...

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Synopsis of gene therapy for immune system gene damage, genetic repair, a breakthrough research result in humans.

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Body Code is a selection of biomedical animations that explore the human body at the microscopic and molecular scale. Body Code was designed for museum and art gallery exhibition, with the goal of reaching public audiences who do not usually seek out or are exposed to the details of scientific knowledge. Since inception in 2003, these animations have exhibited in over 30 museums and art galleries...

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