Resources by Wellcome Trust
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Genetic Testing
Produced for the Citizen Science project, this resource enagages students in the debate around genetic testing and screening. It is suitable for students aged 14-16 and post-16. The activity provides an opportunity to investigate genetic disorders before considering a number of statements and situations concerning...
Genetics and you
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Explore the human genome, learn about the importance of mitochondria and debate the ethics around mitochondrial donation. |
Genome Games
Produced as part of the Citizen Science project, these materials allow students to explore issues around human genetics using familiar game contexts. Suitable for students aged 11-16, the materials utilise activites similar to Pictionary, Taboo and Consequences to introduce a variety of issues.
The...
Go further: a practical guide to extended science projects
These resources provide information on how to do extended science projects and how to conduct them ethically, together with some additional advice for teachers and schools.
Haemoglobin
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Haemoglobin is a globular protein. This animation shows how this haemoglobin works. |
The Earth’s climate is changing. In fact, it has always been changing. What is different now is the speed of change and the main cause of change – human activities. This issue asks: What are the biggest threats to human health? Who will suffer as the climate changes? What can be done to minimise harm? And how do we...
Health and climate change
Published by the Wellcome Trust, the 'Big Picture' explores issues around biology and medicine. The Earth's climate is changing ever faster, and human activities play a role in speeding up this change.
The Earth’s climate is changing. In fact, it has always been...
Health and climate change - introduction
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What do we know about climate change and the effects it will have? |
Health and climate change poster
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This poster explores the connections between carbon cycle and climate change. |
Health and safety
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How can we be sure drugs and treatments are safe? Explore how drugs are tested and consider the ethical questions that are raised when tests fail. |