Introduction to Bioinformatics

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This series of bioinformatics introductory activities puts students in the role of scientists analyzing samples of genetic material collected after a meteor shower. Are the samples contaminated from microorganisms in the soil, or are they proof of an alien life form? Solve the mystery using the power of bioinformatics! NOTE: Clicking on the resource below will automatically download a 20 MB zipped file.

Resources (link)
Resource Type
Teaching Materials
Classroom-based
Web-based
Appropriate Ages
Lower Secondary
Upper Secondary
Introductory
Resource Topic
Data Science
Bioinformatics
Teaching and Learning
Differentiated Instruction
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