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Peer reviewedOppenheimer, Steven B.; And Others – American Biology Teacher, 1988
Reviews major developments in areas that are at the cutting edge of biological research. Areas include: human anti-cancer gene, recombinant DNA techniques for the detection of Huntington disease carriers, and marine biology. (CW)
Descriptors: Biological Sciences, Cancer, College Science, Genetics
Peer reviewedOppenheimer, Steven B. – American Biology Teacher, 1989
Discussed are the uses of sea urchins in research and their usefulness and advantages in the classroom investigation of embryology. Ideas for classroom activities and student research are presented. Lists 25 references. (CW)
Descriptors: Biological Sciences, College Science, Embryology, High Schools
Peer reviewedOppenheimer, Steven B. – American Biology Teacher, 1995
This is an update of a 1991 review on tumor suppressor genes written at a time when understanding of how the genes work was limited. A recent major breakthrough in the understanding of the function of tumor suppressor genes is discussed. (LZ)
Descriptors: Biological Sciences, Cancer, Disease Control, Genetics
