Genetics Learning Activities
Edvotek® Safari Family Reunion
Learn how DNA is used to discover an individual's ancestry.
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Edvotek Cell Types in the Brain
Examine the differences between cell types in the brain based on their profiles of proteins.
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Wards® DNA Extraction Lab Activity
Use biological detergents, enzymes, and ethanol to isolate DNA from plant material.
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Using CRISPR to treat Cystic Fibrosis
Hands-on simulation of CRISPR-Cas9 to target and treat Cystic Fibrosis.
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Restriction Enzyme Mapping
Cleave plasmid DNA and map the relative positions of restriction sites.
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Hack the Planet: Using CRISPR to Terraform Mars, Edvotek
In this experiment, students will engineer bacteria that are capable of surviving on a distant planet!
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Edvotek® The Great Mum Mix Up
Explore how genetic engineering can be used to modify crops to introduce favorable traits.
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Edvotek® Chickcheck: The Genetics Behind Blue Chicken Eggs
Explore the genetics of chicken egg color using hands-on PCR.
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A-maize-ing Editing: Using CRISPR to Improve Crops
Explore cutting edge biotechnology with this CRISPR simulation.
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Mother of All Experiments: Exploring Human Origins by PCR of Mitochondrial DNA
Let your students isolate, amplify and visualize their own Mitochondrial DNA.