Grade 11Work as a team to diagnose these real-world case studies of patients living with rare genetic diseases.
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60–120 mins
Step into the role of a Medical Geneticist and learn how to use family pedigrees to diagnose inherited genetic diseases.
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30–60 mins
Explore the societal benefits and challenges of Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) by working in groups to solve 8 criminal cases.
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30–60 mins
In this advanced version of our build-a-bee activity, learn about the process of DNA > RNA > protein and what happens to organisms when mutations arise.
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30–60 mins
Stop global catastrophe by engineering genes into a pipecleaner plasmid and discuss how global challenges can have biological solutions.
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30–60 mins
Experience how genes and environment combine to shape evolution in this hands-on activity modeled after Darwin's famous study on Galapagos finches.
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30–60 mins
See how different kinds of mutation can impact organism physiology with this fun build-a-bee activity.
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30–60 mins
Learn about the science behind Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) and explore perspectives surrounding one of the most complex GMO issues: food.
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60-120 mins
See how genetics research in BC is helping scientists understand more about salmon biology and ecology.
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60-120 mins
Introduce your students to the fascinating world of genomes and genomics with this travelling exhibit stuffed with activities and resources.
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60-120 mins
Combine your analytical skills with forensic biology techniques to solve a crime and defeat the evil-doer in this fast-paced group investigation.
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60-120 mins
In this advanced version of our build-a-bee activity, learn about the process of DNA > RNA > protein and what happens to organisms when mutations arise.
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11,
12,
30–60 mins
See how different kinds of mutation can impact organism physiology with this fun build-a-bee activity.
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11,
30–60 mins
Extract and visualize DNA from cells using some basic household chemicals
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Use this case study to illustrate how Sickle Cell Anemia is inherited and how being a carrier of the mutant allele can be beneficial.
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30–60 mins
Use this case study to help students explore the complex relationships between medical conditions and genetic & environmental factors.
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11,
30-60 mins
Help two parents understand the history of a rare genetic condition in their family and how genetic testing might help them plan for the future. Familial.
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11,
30-60 mins
Learn how a genetic test for heriditary colon cancer variants can help medical professionals assist families plan for their future.
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11,
30-60 mins
Learn how a genetic test for ApoE variants can help understand medical conditions like cardiovascular disease and Alzheimer's disease using this case study.
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30-60 mins
Witness the impact of mountain pine beetles on BC forests and learn how genetics might help slow their spread.
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60-120 mins
This travelling exhibit introduces genetics and explains the importance of bees. The exhibit comes complete with colourful and engaging text panels, hands on activities and models.
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60-120 mins
