Biology

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Tutorial that explains the basics of cells and DNA. Nice visuals and clear explanations. From the University of Utah.

Animated tour of a cell from the National Science Foundation. Click on the parts of the cell to get a basic explanation of its role.

Animations and illustrations of cells and their processes.

Nice images of cells and their components and processes. Mix of still and animated images. A free registration lets you save images to a file.

An easy-to-use introduction to genes and genetics. From the University of Utah. Includes exploration of cloning, stem cells, and gene therapy.

Covers DNA, genes, chromosomes, the human genome, and more.

Covers the ethical, legal, and social issues of the Human Genome Project.

Wide variety of types of info. "Cell Talk" has the basics. "Multimedia" and "SCR Library" have great images. "Policy & Law" covers the legal angles. From a science publisher.

The official US government site on stem cells and the policies overseeing their use.

Links to animations on molecular and cellular biology. Use the 'Showcase' and'Learning' buttons to see the lists. Can be arranged by topic or by level.

A straightforward introduction to understanding these "building blocks of life." There's a quiz to test your understanding.

Introductory-level explanation of Sanger and Cycle DNA sequencing. Lots of graphics to help.

A very slick set of video modules on the methods and uses of DNA microarray techniques.

Excellent site with a wealth of information, including many animations, on genetics. Explore the "Websites" and "Resources" sections.

Basic description of cloning and its future. Done with lots of graphics and in nontechnical language.

Nice website on the beginnings of cellular life. Great illustrations.

Excellent resource for information on cell biology, genetics, and other biology topics. From the people who do Nature, a leading science journal.