Genetics for beginners

Sites that provide a basic guide to genetics and general science:

DNA from the Beginning - An excellent animated site with general introductions to DNA, genes and heredity.

Genetic Science Learning Center - Introduces basic genetics and aims to help people understand how genetics affects their lives and society.

Genetics: The Future of Medicine - Explains basic genetics and discusses the Human Genome Project and its potential in treatment of diseases.

Genomics Glossary - Lists links to glossaries of genomics and human genetics terms.

Human Genome Project Information - Lots of information on the Human Genome Project. Includes its history, the science behind the project and the social issues that it creates. You can also print off a free chromosome poster.

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