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Informational Sites

Genetic Science Learning Center - An excellent educational resource that explains basic genetics concepts and how it relates to our lives. Learn how to build a DNA or cell model, find gene and blood types, and more.

Genomic Revolution - A colorful introduction to the genetic revolution. Learn about the history and facts behind the genetics revolution. Developed by the American Museum of Natural History

Gene School 99 - A comprehensive overview of the science and applications of modern genetics. Includes photographs, games and experiments one can try at home. Developed by high school students for ThinkQuest.

DNA from the Beginning - The basics of DNA, genes and heredity explained using animations, images galleries, video interviews, biographies and more

I Can Do That! - Find fun facts about DNA, RNA, cells, protein and cloning.

Science Fairs

In addition to local science fairs, consider these state and nationwide competitions

California State Science Fair - Science fair for California students in grades 6-12. Participants compete for awards totaling over $50,000.

Discovery Channel Young Scientists Challenge - National science contest for students in grades 5-8. Students compete for a $20,000 scholarship.

Government and Laboratory Sites

National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI)

Joint Genome Institute (JGI)

Lawrence Barkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab)

National Science Foundation (NSF)

Department of Energy

Lawrence Hall of Science