Beyond Discovery

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Subject:

Mathematics and Statistics, Science and Technology

Institution Name:

National Academy of Science and Technology

Collection:

National Academy of Sciences

Grade Level:

Secondary, Post-secondary

Abstract:

This site traces the origins of technological and medical advances. Learn about the genetics of ear wax, a vaccine to control malaria, DNA barcoding, aging and the human brain, a genetic classification of dog breeds, the discovery of the first speech and language gene, how living organisms tune in to the time of day, and more.

Course Type:

Learning Module

Languages:

English

Material Type:

Readings

Media Format:

Text/HTML

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