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Study the tecgniques used by Columbus and other sailors of his time period to measure course and distance when journeying across the sea.
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Astronomy and science buffs will enjoy over 15,000 astronomical images, and growing at warp speed.
For non-science majors. Standard topics of earth/sky relationships, motion, light, solar system, sun, stars, galaxies, structure of the universe, and cosmology. Heavy use is made of historical materia
For non-science majors. Syllabus, class calendar, assignments, and links to related materials. By Dr. Brian Monson, University of Tulsa.
For non-science majors. First semester covers the solar system. Syllabus, calendar, lecture notes, assignments, exams, grades, and links to related materials. By Lucia Munoz-Franco, Indiana University
Resource that animates key concepts in astronomy. Animation is done in MPEG and there is sound narration. Lecture notes. By The Web, University of Oregon.
Emphasis on building models using fundamental observations; contributions of Tycho, Kepler, and Newton; formation of the solar system, spectroscopy, and stars and stellar evolution. Observational and
Concerns what happened during the first few seconds of the Big Bang and during the last 4 billion years on the earth. Syllabus, calendar, lecture notes, assignments, exams, grades, and links to relate
Site sponsored by NASA which is designed to bring together high school teachers, students and the government. The program is suppose to allow students and teachers to collect environmental data and in
International Olympiad in Informatics. A world wide competition for secondary students in computer science.
For science and non-science majors. Syllabus, in-depth lecture notes correlated to textbooks by Seeds and Kaufmann, exams, and links to related materials. By Dr. Brian Martin, The King's University Co
This site has information and numerous links to several science links.
Learn what it takes to become and astronaut, as well as many interesting facts about space.
Observatories/Telescopes
Introduction to the solar system. Links to NASA sites and national observatories. Syllabus, calendar, exams and links to related materials. By Ron Stoner, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green
Track the latest events happening in space, read fascinating interviews of people shaping space technology and policy and view hundreds of exciting space images here on this weekly space news site.
This is a wonderful site designed to let you experience the joy and adventure of traveling to various places around the world.
Mutimedia tour of our solar system.
About 200 people a day stop here to see Robert Nemiroff's cool movies of neutron stars, black holes and other astronomical features.
View the images of the universe as seen by Voyager.
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Microbial catabolic metabolism and how to use the University of Minnesota Biocatalysis/Biodegradation Database. Syllabus, lecture notes, assignments, and links to related materials. By Lynda Ellis and
Syllabus, calendar, lecture notes, overheads, lab experiments, exams, and links to related materials. By Thomas M. Zamis, University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point.
For undergraduates. Syllabus, calendar, lecture notes, exams, student work, and links to related materials. By Raghu Sarma, State University of New York at Stony Brook.
Protein structure and function. Syllabus, calendar, lecture notes extensively illustrated, assignments, exams. By Wilbur H. (Bill) Campbell, Michigan Technological University, Hughton.
DNA and protein sequence and protein structure databases; DNA and protein sequence analysis; methods for displaying sequence comparison and prediction results; the Genetics Computer Group (GCG) sequen
Principles of cellular metabolism, bioenergetics and enzymology; biomolecules—proteins, carbohydrates, lipids and nucleic acids. Syllabus, calendar, lecture notes, assignments, exams, and links t
Two terms. Syllabus, calendar, assignments, exams and links to related materials. By Robley J. Light, Florida State University.
A section on heme and iron. By James Baggot, Hahnemann University School of Medicine and Sharon E. Dennis, University of Utah.
Protein structure and function for first-year medical students. Syllabus, lecture notes, graphics, MoBy interactive study aid, and exams. By Harry R. Matthews, University of California, Davis.
Interactive simulation of an important classical experiment in immunology. Lecture notes and assignments. By Charles Creutz, University of Toledo.
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Users can browse plant descriptions. Resource site for students at all levels and amateurs who appreciate plants as gifts of nature. Lecture notes and links to related materials. By Frances M. Cardill
An indeterminate, continuously developing course with in-depth analysis of the current literature in developmental biology, emphasizing the coordinated regulation of gene expression. Lecture notes, as
Undergraduate majors course in animal physiology using Eckert's as text. Syllabus, calendar, lecture notes, exams, and links to related materials. By David Hanes, Sonoma State university.
Taxonomy of aquatic insects and their use in biomonitoring. Syllabus, student work and links to related materials. By C. Riley Nelson, University of Texas at Austin.
Bioinformatics and the application of computers in biological research. Syllabus, lecture notes, assignments, hypertext book, student work, and links to related materials. By Georg Fuellen, et. al., U
Origin and value of biological diversity, the losses of diversity caused by human activities, and the efforts being made to save species from extinction and habitats from destruction and pollution. Sy
For non-majors. Focus on three contemporary problems: environment, human health, and evolution. Lab emphasizes science as a process. Discussion/review sessions. Syllabus, calendar, lecture notes, exam
Histopathological classification, epidemiology, cellular and tissue properties, and progression to malignancy. Basic biological mechanisms underlying causation, progression, and patho-biology of cance
"Critical reflections" course that presents advances in biology and biomedical technology and relates these to personal, ethical, legal, and societal problems and opportunities. Syllabus, ca
Collection of pointers to biology-related Web and Gopher servers. By Steve Wolf, California State University Stanislaus.
Chemistry of molecules and macromolecules, cell structure and function, metabolism including respiration and photosynthesis, cell division, DNA structure and replication, transcription, translation, r
Sections on frog and chick embryos. Syllabus and lecture notes. By S.R. Scadding, University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario, Canada.
How evolution works, origins and major adaptations of living things, how organisms interact with each other and with the environment. Syllabus, calendar, lecture notes, and links to related materials.
Biology of populations, ecological communities, and ecosystems. Consequences of evolution over micro or macro periods of life's history. Distinguished from other areas of biology by strong geographica
Introductory course for non-majors. Non-science majors have a greater need to understand how science works and how it is important in every-day life, as opposed to a need to memorize certain scientifi
A tour of the entomological world. Syllabus, student work and links to related materials. By C. Riley Nelson, University of Texas at Austin.
For undergraduates. Evolution, population genetics, molecular evolution, history of evolutionary thought. Syllabus, calendar, lecture notes, assignments, exams, grades, and links to related materials.
Concepts and practice of the study of tree diseases. Concepts of disease, types, management, ecology, epidemiology, and identification. Syllabus, calendar, lecture notes, and links to related material
Molecular, cellular, organismal, and population levels of organization. Syllabus, calendar, lecture notes, assignments, exams, grades, and links to related materials. By Ralph Backhaus, Dierk Seeburg,
Non-majors course for general education credit. Syllabus, instructions for term paper, old tests, answers to quizzes and exams, and links to related materials By Dwight Moore, Emporia State University
Structure and function of living things at the molecular, cellular, and organismic levels of organization presented against a backdrop of the Theory of Evolution. Biological chemistry, cell biology, e
Structure and function of living things at the molecular, cellular, and organismic levels of organization presented against a backdrop of the Theory of Evolution. Syllabus, calendar, lecture notes, as
An evolutionary and ecological approach to fundamental concepts and processes of plants, their place in the biosphere, their importance to humans as food, psychoactive compounds and materials, and the
Syllabus, term paper instructions, old tests, answers to problem sets, and links to related resources. By Dwight Moore, Emporia State University.
Principles of genetics, including Mendelian and molecular genetics Syllabus, lecture notes, assignments, exams, grades, and links to related materials. By Carlos F. Quiros, University of California Da
Basic concepts and sub-disciplines of genetics, including classical, molecular, and population genetics. Website supplements lecture and laboratory courses. Syllabus, assignments, and links to related
Biological, medical, social and legal aspects of HIV and AIDS. All work can be done online except testing by proctor. Syllabus, calendar, assignments, and links to related materials. By Phyllis K. Wil
Syllabus hot-linked to summaries of each class meeting. Computer graphics for each lecture in Astound for Windows. Syllabus, assignments, exams, and links to related materials, By Dr. Thomas P. Fondy,
Biology for non-science majors, emphasizing human disease as a way to understand biological concepts. Syllabus, calendar, assignments, exams, grades, and links to related materials. By Robert J. Huske
Principles of evolution and evolutionary thought. Development of biological anthropology and the human fossil record. Syllabus, calendar, lecture notes, assignments, exams, and student work. By Peter
Sources of research information and methods for acquiring, storing, retrieving, and presenting it. Emphasis on effective use of microcomputers. Syllabus, calendar, lecture notes, and assignments. By T
Basic topics in genetics—from Mendelian to molecular genetics. Syllabus, calendar, lecture notes and overheads, assignments, student work, and links to related materials. By Phil McClean, North D
Glossary of terms used in the lab manual and review of materials examined in each lab, including slide images, whole organisms, and dissected specimens. Syllabus. By Michael Shaw, University of Manito
Students design ecological experiments and take measurements in the field, such as the Brackenridge Field Lab on Lake Austin. Syllabus, student work, and links to related materials. By C. Riley Nelson
Hypertext knowledge base uses graphics to discuss the mole cricket complex, the most severe insect pest problem of turfgrass in the S.E. United States. Complete information on all ten species of mole
The Mayo Clinic offers one of the best spots to pick up information related to medicine and treatment.
Actual photograhs of a real frog disection.
Includes a joint project with the University of Guelph that culminated in a teleconference between students at the two universities. Syllabus, calendar, lecture notes, assignments, exams, student work
Introduction to plant identification, naming, and classification of vascular plants, emphasizing the history, origins, and technical aspects of systematic botany. Syllabus, calendar, lecture notes, an
Introductory course in plant biology for undergraduates. Variety of interactive topics. Syllabus, calendar, lecture notes, exams, grades, and links to related materials. By Richard Crang, University o
Internet resources to supplement a large introductory lecture course in biology. Syllabus, calendar, lecture notes, interactive practice exams, student work, electronic bulletin board, and links to re
Multimedia course with new technologies for communicating molecular information and running a hypercourse. Syllabus, lecture notes, assignments, student work, and links to related materials. By Peter
Diversity, morphology, and anatomy and physiology of living things, from an evolutionary perspective. Syllabus, calendar, lecture notes, and links to related materials. By David Bogler, The University
For majors. Evolutionary theory is the underpinning of sections on organismal structure and evolution, comparative development and reproduction of organisms, and organismic form and physiology. Syllab
Comparative survey of the groups of organisms classified as plants and fungi, their structure and reproduction. Syllabus, calendar, exams, handouts, and assignments. By J. W. La Claire II, University
Hypertext knowledgebase on four species of whitefly pests (sweet potato, silverleaf, banded-wing and greenhouse). Syllabus, lecture notes, links to related materials, photographs, graphics, pop-up def
The title says it all. But it is all done with graphic images, not actual photographs.
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You have seen him on TV, now check out his web site. Who says science isn't cool!
Steve Malone created this reference site to lead readers to research and data online concerning earthquakes.
Gateway to some of the best chemistry and mo;ecular biology resources on the Web. The site includes a weekly News and Reviews section.
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It's that time of year again, and who doesn't need help in coming up with ideas for the science fair. This site will provide you with LOTS of links on ideas and research.
Ever wonder how or why a rainbow exists. Check out this link for a better understanding.
More ideas and resources for science projects.
This site is designed with experiments, activities and resources which were specifically chosen to interest children in science.
You can search these archives for answers on how and why things work.
A constantly growing list of famos inventors and their inventions. Each link contains an illustrated article.
This site includes quizzes that can be taken online. Some can even be downloaded for use offline at the schools.
On eof the premier magazines has it's own website on which you can find many of it's past artcicles. An excellent source of reading materials.
This dynamic site encourages kids, teachers, and parents to design and perform entertaining and unique science experiments.
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This site contains an elaborate list of links to sites about Albert Einstein. Check out images and text detailing the life of one of the worlds all time famous scientists.
Excellent and comprehensive astronomical history site.
Even scientists can make mistakes. Only sometimes when they make one, it turns out to be an important discovery!
The world always takes on a different and exciting view when seen thru the eyes of the Smithsonian.
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Periodic Table of Elements