DNA Learning Center

Laboratory experiments, computer explorations, and an interactive exhibition for students, educators, and the public.

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Barcode Long Island will examine biodiversity on and around Long Island, through independent and distributed experiments by student research teams led by trained Long Island educators. Get involved!

Genome Science by David Micklos, Bruce Nash, & Uwe Hilgert combines approachable narrative with 19 labs that illustrate key concepts of genome biology in humans, invertebrates, and plants. Order it from CSHL Press!

On August 9th, students from our Fun with DNA summer camp had a conversation with Dr. James Watson at the DNALC. Watch at Livestream.com.

As part of the iPlant Collaborative, we develop computational (cyber) infrastructure to provide educators and students access to the large datasets and informatics tools that drive modern biology. Our first contribution: DNA Subway!

Learn About SMA, developed with support from the Spinal Muscular Atrophy Foundation, is a resource for SMA patients, families and researchers, including stories of living with SMA and the science behind emerging therapies.

The DNALC's second app is now available for iPad, as well as iPhone/iPod. Gene Screen focuses on recessive inheritance and screening for recessive disorders. Download it free today!

DNA Barcoding 101 includes experimental method and supporting resources for using DNA barcoding to identify plants or animals or products made from them.

This is the first in a series of mini-documentaries about the work of notable scientists based at New York institutions. The vodcasts are produced by New York high school students with the help of the DNALC.

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