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Internet Genetics Resources
Links to Networked Genetics and Molecular Biology Research Resources.
Genetics Department, North Carolina State University

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Genomics and Bioinformatics Resources
Sections include: Learning ; Databases ; Analysis ; Diseases & Disorders ; Genes & Proteins ; Population Genetics ; Molecular Pathways ; Methods & Protocols ; News ; Publications ; Courses ; Organizations ; Conferences ; Jobs ; Computer Resources ; Companies.

Biological Basis of Heredity
An Introduction to Basic Cell Structures Related to Genetic Inheritance
By Dr. Dennis O'Neil, Behavioral Sciences Dept., Palomar College.

Canine Genetics Resources
By Moc Klinkam

The DNA Files: Basic Genetics - (dead link)
"If you don't know DNA from dodo birds, or if you just need to brush up on your molecular biology, start with Basic Genetics. You'll find everything from an illustrated genetics primer to online dictionaries and glossaries...You can learn more about the Human Genome Project - what it is and where it's at - with this guide."

DNA from the Beginning
An animated primer on the basics of DNA, genes, and heredity.
"is organized around key concepts. The science behind each concept is explained by: animation, image gallery, video interviews, problem, biographies, and links."
Sections include: Classical Genetics ; Molecules of Genetics ; Genetic Organization and Control.
- Dolan DNA Learning Center, Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory

DNA Interactive
"This site is dedicated to the moment on February 1953, when Jim Watson and Francis Crick discovered the double-helical structure of DNA - and to the scientists who breathed life into that structure."
Sections include: Timeline ; Code ; Manipulation ; Genome ; Applications ; Chronicle.
- The Dolan DNA Learning Center, Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory

Dolan DNA Learning Center - Genes in Education
"The mission of the Dolan DNA Learning Center is to prepare students and families to thrive in the gene age. We envision a day when all elementary students are exposed to principles of genetics and disease risk; when all high school students have the opportunity to do hands-on experiments with DNA; and when all families have access to genetic information they need to make informed health care choices."
- Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory

Forest Genetics & Tree Breeding
A well organized collection of professional and academic resources.
World-Wide Web Virtual Library
Maintained by Matti Haapanen, Finish Forestry Research Institute

The Genetic Code
"...the Genetic Code in the table above has also been called "The Universal Genetic Code". It is known as "universal", because it is used by all known organisms as a code for DNA, mRNA, and tRNA. The universality of the genetic code encompases animals (including humans), plants, fungi, archaea, bacteria, and viruses."

Genetics Education Center
Sections include: Human Genome Project ; Resources ; Lesson Plans ;Networking ; Genetic Conditions ; Careers ; Programs ; Museum Exhibits ; Plays ; Glossaries ; News.
"For educators interested in human genetics and the human genome project."
University of Kansas Medical Center

Genetic Science Learning Center
Sections include: Teachers ; Students & Teens ; Parents ; Basic Genetics ; Genetic Disorders ; Genetics in Society ; Genetic Thematic Units.
A joint project of the University of Utah Eccles Institute of Human Genetics, School of Medicine, and Utah Museum of Natural History

Genetics Resources
Sections include: Books, Journals & AV ; Consumer & Patient Info ; Databases ; Educational Resources ; Ethical Issues ; Human Genome Project ; Institutions & Organizations ; Internet Guides ; Online Journals & Newsletters ; Terminology.
Tompkins-McCaw Library, Virginia Commonwealth

Genetics WWW Resources - (dead link)
"This list contains many links to information that is particularly appropriate to the current research in this department. First there is a section for non-organism specific Genetics, and then it is organized by organism. Finally there are some miscellaneous categories such as 'Evolutionary and Population Genetics', 'Genetically Modified Organisms' and 'Web resources for teaching.'"
Maintained by the librarian at the Department of Genetics, University of Cambridge

The Genome Channel
Includes data, tables, and summaries

HealthWeb: Genetics
Topics include: Journals ; Databases ; Institutions and Organizations ; Educational Resources ; Consumer Health ; Current Awareness
Taubman Medical Library, University of Michigan

HUM-MOLGEN
International communication forum in human genetics
"HUM-MOLGEN is one of the world's largest Internet sources for the latest information in human molecular genetics (more than 5.800 mailing list subscribers and 40.000 WWW users)...links to leading resources and journals, comprehensive listings of meetings and seminars and a large classified ads section in genetics and medicine."

Human Genome Project Information
"The HGP's ultimate goal is to discover all the more than 80,000 human genes and render them accessible for further biological study."
Provides a great overview of the project. Major sections include: Research ; Education ; Medicine ; Ethical, Legal, Social Issues.

MendelWeb
"MendelWeb is an educational resource for teachers and students interested in the origins of classical genetics, introductory data analysis, elementary plant science, and the history and literature of science. Constructed around Gregor Mendel's 1745 paper "Versuche ¸ber Pflanzen-Hybriden" and a revised version of the English translation by C.T. Druery and William Bateson, "Experiments in Plant Hybridization", MendelWeb is offered as a public sourcebook and collaborative environment compatible with a variety of guided and independent studies."
By Roger Blumberg

National Cancer Institute - Science Behind the News

• Understanding Gene Testing
  "Illustrates what genes are, explains how mutations occur and are identified within genes, and discusses the benefits and limitations of gene testing for cancer and other disorders."

National Genetic Resources Program (NGRP)
"It is the NGRP's responsibility to: acquire, characterize, preserve, document, and distribute to scientist users germplasm of all lifeforms important for food and agricultural production."

PBS - NOVA - Cracking the Code of Life
"This two-hour special, hosted by ABC "Nightline" correspondent Robert Krulwich, chronicles the race to capture one of the biggest prizes in scientific history: the complete letter-by-letter sequence of genetic information that defines human life -- the human genome."
Sections include: Watch the Entire Program ; Our Genetic Future (A Survey) ; Manipulating Genes: How Much is Too Much ; Understanding Heredity ; Explore a Stretch of Code (Hot Science) ; Nature vs Nurture Revisited ; Sequence for Yourself ; Journey into DNA (Hot Science ; Meet the Decoders ; Classroom ; Resources ; Teacher's Guide.

PBS - NOVA - Secret of Photo 51 (April 2003)
Meet the Unsung Heroine Behind the Discovery of DNA's Double Helix.
"...unravels the mystery behind the discovery of the double helix and investigates the seminal role that Rosalind Franklin and her remarkable X-ray photograph played in one of the greatest discoveries in the history of science... The program draws on extensive interviews with surviving major participants in the DNA drama."
Sections include: Article & Interview ; Slide Shows & Interactives ; Resources ; Links & Books ; Program Transcript.

Quantitative Genetics Resources
"This list of resources is maintained as an electronic supplement to our forthcoming two volume textbook on Quantitative Genetics to be published by Sinauer Associates. Links to web pages, particular programs, and notes/comments on all issues in quantitative genetics (i.e., animal breeding, plant breeding, evolutionary genetics, human genetics) can be found under the appropriate chapters for each volume."
By Bruce Walsh, Dept. of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, University of Arizona and Mike Lynch, Dept. of Biology, University of Oregon

TroutConcert
Concerted action on identification, management and exploitation of genetic resources in brown trout (Salmo trutta)
"...is a network among laboratories active in brown trout population genetics research. The network has been established in order to improve coordination of research activities and collaboration among laboratories."

Your Genes, Your Health
A Multimedia Guide to Genetic Disorders
Sections include: Fragile X Syndrome ; Marfan Syndrome ; Hemophilia ; Cystic Fibrosis ; Duchenne/Becker Muscular Dystrophy ; PKU ; Huntington Disease ; Neurofibromatosis ; Sickle Cell Disease ; Hemochromatosis ; Tay-Sachs Disease ; Beta-thalassemia ; Down Syndrome ; Alzheimer Disease ; Polycystic Kidney Disease.
- Dolan DNA Learning Center

Genetics Virtual Library
Very comprehensive but with few annotations
By Sheryl Martin, Oak Ridge National Laboratory

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