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Genetic Fingerprinting
The mathematics behind genetic fingerprinting is explored in this resource, from the Centre for Innovation in Mathematics Teaching. Sketches show, in simplified form, how genetic fingerprinting can be applied to establish paternity and students calculate the probabilities of matching bands from samples.
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The Genetic Futures resources were developed by the Centre for Science Education as part of a celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the discovery of the structure of DNA in 2003. Details of the sponsors of the programme and an account of the events that took place as...
The Science at the Edge series is about developments and theories in science that are both interesting and sometimes cause for concern. Each book in the series explains how the science was discovered, how it works,...
This series investigates scientific developments and theories that give rise to concern and controversy. Each book introduces the interest groups, features details of the development or discovery, explains the...
Genetic Modification of Plants and Food Security
Produced in 2015, these resources look specifically at how genes can be altered in plants and how bacteria are central to genetic engineering techniques. Genetically modified (GM) crops offer the potential to help improve food security though this still remains...
Genetic Modification explores this most topical of scientific issues, from the genetic modification of plants and food crops through to the modification of animals. It explores the moral issues surrounding GM,...
This series promotes a greater understanding of global issues and encourages readers to make their own decisions, to voice their opinion and to discuss issues with others.
Genetic Testing
Produced for the Citizen Science project, this resource enagages students in the debate around genetic testing and screening. It is suitable for students aged 14-16 and post-16. The activity provides an opportunity to investigate genetic disorders before considering a number of statements and situations concerning...
Saving Our World is a series of books that examines the conservation of the world's resources. The series is divided into four categories - energy resources, the environment, resources and habitats, and how-to-make projects.
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