LibGuides: Biology: Cellular & Molecular Biology

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Cellular & Molecular Biology

In addition to cellular and molecular biology, this page covers genetics.

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Encyclopedia of Life Sciences This link opens in a new window
This online encyclopedia is restricted to ACC students and staff. If you're off campus, you will use your ACC eID to access. An excellent authoritative source for all areas of biology.
Articles about biochemistry and physiology, developmental biology, ecology, evolution, genetics, microbiology and plant science.

Tour of the Basics
Tutorial that explains the basics of cells and DNA. Nice visuals and clear explanations. From the University of Utah.
The Cell: An Image Library
Excellent images of all aspects of cell biology. Images are free to use for education. From the American Society for Cell Biology.
Learn Genetics
An easy-to-use introduction to genes and genetics. From the University of Utah. Includes exploration of cloning, stem cells, and gene therapy.
Primer on Molecular Genetics
Covers DNA, genes, chromosomes, the human genome, and more.
Build-a-Cell
Drag-and-drop game to practice the parts of an animal cell. Good practice. Requires free registration.
Stem Cell Information
The official US government site on stem cells and the policies overseeing their use.
Exploring Life's Origins
Nice website on the beginnings of cellular life. Great illustrations.
LabXchange
Simulation - identify SNPs
Evo-Ed
Integrative genetic and molecular based evolution case studies, power point slides, modules, and games.