overview of genetics
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assignments
Complete flowchart for protocol.
Use this link to find the video on YouTube. Watch from 4:41 to 25:25.
Complete Study Questions 1-3 and Challenge Study Questions 1-2.
Do not do the lobbyist role play activity. DO use the links at the end to write a letter to your House Representative about your position for/against the Genome Information Non-discrimination Act (GINA). Must be at least 1 page.
Metagenomics Article Questions:
1) What is so valuable in panda poo and what does it do that could benefit mankind? 2) What is the benefit of using metagenomics over traditional microbe studies? 3) What other organisms house microbes similar to those of the panda? What do these organisms have in common? 4) What are at least TWO roadblocks to implementing the fruits of this research into biofuels? |
announcementsWEDNESDAY 8/31
Chapter 1 Reading due. THURSDAY 9/1 Lab Safety Quiz Contracts are due! Bioethics Analysis (Gen. screening) HW due. FRIDAY 9/2 GINA Letter due Tuesday, 9/6! Choose topic for Genetic Disorder Project and complete assigned research by Tuesday, 9/6. TUESDAY 9/6 Genetic Disorder Project due Wed 9/7. WEDNESDAY 9/7 Genetic Disorder Project due! FRIDAY 9/16 Unit 1 Test! MONDAY 9/19 Debate #1 |