Biotechnology for Non-biology Majors: An Activity Using a Commercial Biotechnology Laboratory.

Wray, Francis P.; Fox, Mary C.; Huether, Carl A.; Schurdak, Eric R.

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ERIC Number: EJ627113

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 2001

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Biotechnology for Non-biology Majors: An Activity Using a Commercial Biotechnology Laboratory.

Wray, Francis P.; Fox, Mary C.; Huether, Carl A.; Schurdak, Eric R.

American Biology Teacher, v63 n5 p363-67 May 2001

Presents an inexpensive activity to stimulate student interest in biotechnology that was developed in partnership with a biotechnology company. Focuses on the use of DNA by a commercial laboratory; describing the analysis procedure; important uses of DNA technology in modern society; and ethical, social, and legal issues related to biotechnology. (YDS)

Descriptors: Active Learning, Biology, Biotechnology, DNA, Genetics, Higher Education, Science Activities, Science Laboratories, Scientific Literacy

Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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