Do you like mysteries? Are you a fan of CSI? Ever dream of solving your own case?
Become a Forensic Scientist and solve the The Case of the Dirty Refrigerator.
Decipher which meal gave Mary and Jake Salmonella poisoning, which food carried the contamination, and what Salmonella strain is responsible for their illness.
For teachers, this is a good introduction to forensic genomics, can be used in grade 9 and upwards.

A picture is worth 1000 words. This can be especially true when you’re exploring the world of genomics. These are some wonderful online galleries of genomics images found on the genomics.energy.gov site, from the wonderful people who founded the Human Genome Project.
Basic Genomics
Human Chromosomes

Fortunately, there are a lot of wonderful resources available online for young scientists…from games, to videos to just plain neat stuff….there are a variety of high quality science websites out there. And we’re bringing you a list of our top ten. (all links open in a new window)

Make a DNA double helix, using marshmallows or fruit and licorice. Not only is it a great model to understand DNA & how it works, but tastes great too! (And healthy…if you use fruit!)
Good introduction for DNA and works well with scientists of all ages, and especially with younger scientists (below grade 9)
Click here to make a Candy DNA

Are you a top notch investigator? Can you solve a mystery using DNA and fingerprint evidence?
Put your detective cap on, and see if you can find ‘whodunit’!
All of these mysteries are also available on Genome BC’s Education website.
Food Forensics: The Case of the Dirty Refrigerator
When best friends Mary and Jake are treated for Salmonella poisoning, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) need to find the source of the contamination. Can you help?
The Case of the Dead Plants
Dr. Martha Simmons, recently having returned from the rainforest of Costa Rica …

Keeping with Twin Fun this weekend, we have some fun links about twins.

Explore the DNA code using coloured beads to create a bracelet or necklace (or keychain, or zipper pull, or bookmark, or…..). It is a good introduction to the concept of DNA as a code for proteins.

Our crack team of roving researchers has come across a really cool online tool showing the relative size of cells, viruses and other very tiny things.

We’re pleased to present our latest video, What is Genomics?, developed in collaboration with Ontario Genomics Institute and Genome British Columbia.
It’s a 5 part series looking at what genomics means to us and our world…