Genetics Science Learning Center

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“The Genetic Science Learning Center is an outreach education program located in the midst of bioscience research at the University of Utah Health Sciences Center. Our mission is to help people understand how genetics affects their lives and society. Our educational resources are intended to provide accurate and unbiased information about topics in genetics and bioscience. Designed for non-research audiences, all of our materials strive to be active and jargon-free, targeting multiple learning styles and often conveying concepts through visual elements instead of words.”Following is a sample at what you will find at this website. Keep in mind that while some of these items are permanent in nature, the website is updated rather frequently to focus on other hot topics in genetics.

• The Basics and Beyond: What is DNA? What are chromosomes? What are cells made of? Find answers to these and other questions.
• Genetic Disorder Corner: What are genetic disorders and how are they caused? What do genetic counselors do?
• The Biotechniques Laboratory: Belly up to our interactive lab bench and practice basic molecular biology techniques.
• Do Try This At Home! Hands-on activities for home or the classroom.
• Gene Therapy: Molecular Bandage? Can we cure diseases by fixing faulty genes? See how gene therapy works, examine its possible uses and consider some of the major obstacles to success.
• Cloning in Focus: What’s the real story with cloning? Find out how it’s done, examine potential uses for cloning technologies and explore the related ethical, legal and social issues.
• Stem Cells in the Spotlight. Stem cells are the body’s main building blocks. Explore the biology of stem cells, their potential uses in medicine and some of the challenges facing stem cell research.