Content Provider: BioQUEST Curriculum Consortium, BEDROCK Problem Spaces
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Chimpanzee Problem Space
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Abstract: This problem space will allow you to actively learn about chimpanzee conservation. The way it works: you aks your own questions; we give you tools to find credible answers; and then you share your results for future users of this website.
HIV Problem Space
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Abstract: In this problem space, you will have access to the following materials: background information on HIV/AIDS, the original Markham et al. reference and other primary literature, viral sequences from each visit of each patient, patients' CD4 counts at each visit, phylogenetic trees of the virus sequences ... More »
Prion Problem Space
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Abstract: Prions are relatively small proteins that display dramatically alternate conformations for similar primary structures. Abnormal conformations appear to cause fatal neurological diseases in a wide variety of mammals. Researchers are discovering the mechanisms behind these conformational changes, including ... More »
TRP Cage Problem Space
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Abstract: A unique tool to enable students to discuss and research problems posed in the context of protein structure and function, using Trpcage, a 20 residue polypeptide that is one of the smallest model proteins synthesized to date.
West Nile Virus Problem Space
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Abstract: As an emerging disease in the public eye, WNV continues to generate scientific interest as well. Researchers are exploring questions about its origin, evolution, transmission by multiple vectors and host tissues, replication in multiple hosts, viremic period, viral loads, seroconversion and antibody ... More »
Whippo Problem Space
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Abstract: What! You haven't ever seen a Whippo? What about a Whammel? Well, how do you think that whales evolved? Which mammals do you think are their closest living relatives? Trying to make sense of whale evolution is a great place to engage in some evolutionary reasoning and look closely at the way scientists ... More »
