What is a model organism? A model organism is any plant, animal or microorganism that allows us to study fundamental questions in biology that may be hard to study directly in complex organisms like humans. What are some characteristics of…
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What’s in my lunch? Analyzing GM foods in your classroom laboratory.
I always like to teach biotechnology in the context of its real-world uses. For example, one "hot-button" issue relates to the genetic modification of plants and animals in agriculture. Newspapers, popular magazines, and even our Facebook feeds are full of statements…
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Using the ELISA to Detect West Nile Virus
Looking for a way to keep your immunology or virology lessons fresh? Consider teaching the lesson from a biomedical diagnostic point of view! Here, we describe how the West Nile Virus can be used to teach the Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assay (or ELISA). What…
New Orleans Wrap Up
Last week, we had the pleasure of attending the NSTA STEM Forum & Expo in NewOrleans. STEM is more than just the buzzword of the moment and this conference is a unique opportunity for educators and exhibitors to get together…
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