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Teach

September 1, 2021 | Issue 54

Bringing the beauty of proteins to the classroom: the PDB Art Project

The PDB Art project aims to make science more accessible and inspire young people to explore the beauty of proteins by bringing together art and science.

Ages: 11-14, 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Biology, Chemistry, Health, Science and society, STEAM

Inspire

June 15, 2021 | Issue 53

Introducing students to the beauty of biomolecules

The PDB Art project brings together art and science in the classroom, with school students exploring the wonderful world of molecular structures through the medium of art.

Ages: 11-14, 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Resources, STEAM

Understand

September 19, 2017 | Issue 41

Cellulose: from trees to treats

The same molecule that keeps mighty trees standing also led to the first multicellular life forms – and can even be used to make sweet treats.

Ages: 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Biology, Chemistry, Health
           

Inspire

July 6, 2015 | Issue 32

Molecules that Amaze Us, by Paul May and Simon Cotton

Molecules are everywhere, both inside us and out, but they are more than just common. The ones you will find in Molecules that Amaze Us are incredible. 

Ages: not applicable;
Topics: Resources

Inspire

August 13, 2009 | Issue 12

Gene ABC website, By the Swiss National Science Foundation

DNA, also known as the molecule of life, has fascinated scientists since its discovery over half a century ago.

Ages: 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Resources
     

Inspire

March 9, 2007 | Issue 4

Molecular Biology of the Cell* and Molecular Biology of the Cell: A Problems Approach, By Tim Hunt and John Wilson

The success of an academic discipline has a lot to do with the attractiveness of its founding ideas and discoveries. These in turn reach the next generation of practitioners through textbooks.

Ages: 16-19;
Topics: Resources