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All courses in the Exploration of the Life Sciences category examine the features, structure, and functions of living creatures, as well as their evolution and interactions with the environment.
CRISPRCas 9
Dr. Sandra Schmidt
★★★★★ 5/5
- 79
Course Level: Intermediate
In this course, we will explore the origins of CRISPR-Cas9 and learn how this powerful gene editing tool is being used in science and medicine.
- 4 Videos
- 4 Different Quizzes
- 30 Questions
- Scripts and Answer Sheets
Year 11-12 Student
University Student
Origin of CRISPR Cas9
CRISPR Cas9 in bacteria
Cas9 as an editing tool
Cas9 applications
Bacterial Growth
Dr. Sandra Schmidt
☆☆☆☆☆ 4.5/5
- free
Course Level: Basic
You’ll learn about the different stages of bacterial growth. We’ll also cover the environmental factors that can make or break a bacterial population.
intended for a general biology interested audience
- stages of the bacterial growth curve
- growth affecting factors
DNA Fingerprinting And Gel Electrophoresis
Dr. Sandra Schmidt
☆☆☆☆☆ 5/5
- 49
Course Level: Intermediate
You will learn how DNA fingerprinting and gel electrophoresis work and how they are used in forensics. So try it out and solve the case with us!
- 1 Video
- Quiz (17 questions)
- 1 Script
- 1 Answer sheet
Year 11-12 Student
University Student
DNA Fingerprint Interested
- Basics about DNA Fingerprinting (Small Tandem Repeat (STR) analysis)
- Gel Electrophoresis theory, structure and method of operation
Genetics Exam Prep
Dr. Sandra Schmidt
☆☆☆☆☆ 5/5
- 39
Course Level: Intermediate
Are you feeling confident about your genetics knowledge? Put it to the test with our quiz course! Designed specifically as practice for the genetics section of your biology exam, this course covers everything from DNA structure to gene expression and regulation.
But this isn’t your average multiple-choice quiz. We’ve designed the questions to be challenging, with increasing levels of difficulty and complexity. It’s not just about memorizing facts – it’s about truly understanding the topic and being able to apply it in different contexts.
So if you’re ready to take your genetics skills to the next level, try it out!
- 1 Videos
- 2 Quizzes
- 38 Questions
- Scripts and Answerscript with explanation
High school students preparing for their biology exams.
- DNA structure
- Gene Expression (Transcription, RNA Processing, Translation)
- Gene Regulation (trp Operon)
- Various applications such as Fluorescence In Situ Hybridisation (FISH)
PCR Basics
Dr. Sandra Schmidt
☆☆☆☆☆ 0/5
- 19
Course Level: Intermediate
Welcome and join us as we embark on an immersive journey into the captivating world of PCR – the Polymerase Chain Reaction. Prepare to unravel the process step-by-step through our engaging video. Once you’ve gained a deep understanding, test your knowledge or revisit our comprehensive handout for a thorough review.
- 1 Video
- 1 Quiz
- Answer sheet
- intended for High school students and a general biology interested audience
- process explained step-by-step
- PCR applications
- PCR variants (shortly discussed)
Can PCR help us to avoid the next pandemic?
Dr. Sandra Schmidt
☆☆☆☆☆ 0/5
- 25
Course Level: Advanced
In this course, we explain the main steps of RT-qPCR, an important method for Covid-19 testing. We will go through all the important processes step by step, starting from the nasopharyngeal swab to the quantification of viral RNA.
intended for an audience wishing to study the PCR method in more detail
- Covid-19 virus structure
- Reverse Transcription for PCR
- Polymerase Chain Reaction
- PCR Quantification
