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Information
Links on Genes, Genetics, Genomics, and DNA
The
following websites contain useful background information on various
aspects of genes, genomes, and DNA.
We hope you find them useful.
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National
Human Genome Research Institute
Talking Glossary of Genetic Terms. This collection
of terms is aimed at non-scientists.
http://www.genome.gov/glossary.cfm
Online
Genetics Education Resources. This resource page encompasses
a great collection of educational resources for non-specialists,
and also provides an entry point to assess societal issues dealing
with genetics.
http://www.genome.gov/10000464
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National
Center for Biotechnology Information
A Science Primer. NCBI provides many well-known services to researchers
throughout the U.S. This site is useful to specialists and non-specialists
alike.
http://www.ncbi.nih.gov/About/primer/index.html |
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PBS
Nova (PBS online)
Cracking the Code of Life (16 video chapters). Contains
video clips from previously broadcast television programs. Best
viewed with a higher-speed connection.
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/genome/program.html |
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Department
of Energy Genomes Programs
Contains broad information on various genomes programs supported
by DOE. This site contains general information for non-specialists,
but also contains resource materials and guides designed for specialists.
http://www.doegenomes.org/ |
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Department
of Energy, Human Genome Project Education Resources
A DOE site about the Human Genome Project containing information
designed for teachers and educators.
http://www.ornl.gov/sci/techresources/Human_Genome/education/education.shtml |
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DNA
From the Beginning: An animated primer on the basics of DNA,
genes, and heredity. Includes sections on classical genetics,
molecules of genetics, and genetic organization and control.
http://www.dnaftb.org/dnaftb/
"Copyright
and produced by the Dolan DNA Learning Center, Cold Spring Harbor
Laboratory, 2002."
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GlaxoSmithKline
Genetics Information and Education for the General Public.
Contains some excellent animated modules describing DNA, genetics,
chromosome behavior, and much more.
http://genetics.gsk.com/generalpublic_flash.htm
Genetics
for Kids. A lively collection of information and activities
directed at the younger set.
http://genetics.gsk.com/kids/index_kids.htm
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Genome
News Network
Provides access to timely information regarding genomes and genomics.
http://www.genomenewsnetwork.org/ |
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Online
Mendelian Inheritance of Man
An excellent source of information on inherited traits in humans,
including inherited diseases. However, this site is not easily used
by a layperson.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?db=OMIM |
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GeneCards
Weizmann Institute of Science. A searchable database of human genes.
http://bioinfo.weizmann.ac.il/cards/index.html |
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Science
Magazine Educational Resources for Functional Genomics
A broad collection of links to other educational resources. This
site is actively curated and maintained.
http://www.sciencemag.org/feature/plus/sfg/education/index.shtml |
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Genetic
Science Learning Center, Eccles Institute of Human Genetics, Univ.
of Utah
A whimsical educational site with information on genes, DNA, genetic
issues, and molecular methods. Contains some cool animations!
http://gslc.genetics.utah.edu/ |
