Watson and Crick knew that there had to be some type of molecule that was important in protein synthesis. That molecule was RNA. This multimedia article includes animations, pictures, video, biographical information, and quiz questions...

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This module states and explains the central dogma of molecular biology which was conceived by Francis Crick.

A collection of engaging quotations by scientists, inventors, writers, and statesmen about science and invention. With entries from modern-day scientists, such as Francis Crick, and from notable ancients, such as Archimedes.

Read James Dewey Watson's Nobel Lecture "The involvement of RNA in the synthesis of proteins." This lecture, originally given December 11, 1962, is provided in PDF format.

The link will list a variety of topics about genetics. Click on topic 17 for a very good tutorial on the discovery of DNA. Click along the bottom margin for the different screens.

The interactive learning activity explores the names of colors. Students drag and drop the names of the color on the picture of the color.

Students explore two digit numbers in this learning activity. Learners drag and drop the names of the two digit numbers on to the picture.

Find out how the human side of science played a role in the significant discovery of the molecule of life, DNA.

Nobel laureate, James Watson, discusses the story of how he and his research partner, Francis Crick, discovered the structure of DNA and identified the genetic components for many diseases. [20:15]

Childnet have teamed up with Crick Software to create a story book version of "The Adventures of Kara, Winston and the Smart Crew" in Clicker. These online safety resources are for teachers and professionals working with SEN pupils. The...

A good site that begins with the background and branches into the structure, function and applications of technology. This version of the page requires Java, and should open some applets that allow you to see the structures in 3-D.

Access Excellence provides a detailed timeline charting the study of and discoveries made about DNA from 1869 to 1978.

Download and read Maurice Wilkins Nobel Lecture "The molecular configuration of nucleic acids." This lecture, originally given December 11, 1961, is available in pdf format.

A good site that begins with the background and branches into the structure, function and applications of technology. This version of the page requires Java, and should open some applets that allow you to see the structures in 3-D.

Information about how DNA is viewed in modern biology (it is at the center) and what its role is.

Presents biographical information about prominent geneticists and describes the discoveries they are famous for.

Microscopic images, detailed information, and illustrated diagrams help explain DNA and molecular genetics in this college-level textbook.

The history of the discovery and work with DNA is located in this totally interactive timeline. Parts of the timeline are displayed using short movies, animation and flash.

[Free Registration/Login Required] Students will take a look at the history of DNA. It lists all the scientists involved in the discovery of DNA. Students will also look at some of the basic facts about DNA and determine the sequence of...