Genetics
What is Genetics?
Genetics is the study of how genes and how traits are passed down from one generation to the next. Our genes carry information that affects our health, our appearance, and even our personality!
Investigate the how and why of cloning.
Solve genetic riddles as you wind your way through the star-studded park.
Travel around the world with museum scientists: from Madagascar to Indonesia.
Join scientist George Amato on his quest to stop criminals smuggling illegal goods.
Here's a very cool experiment that just might bring a tear to your eye. Use a blender to separate the DNA from an onion.
Step into the future for a look at what cloning might do for you.
Start a field journal, and track how your favorite critter looks and behaves.
Find out what makes you different from a snail, a tree, or even your best friend!
Send a note to a friend with these colorful letterheads.
Find out where Rob, Emily, Logan, and Seth have followed their born curiosity.
Tracking a gorilla can get hairy. Literally. Just ask George Amato.
Find out where Rob has followed his born curiosity.
What's the human genome project and what does it mean to you?
Find out how scientists are using genetics to change the food you eat.
How can you wear a chimp on your wrist—without getting primate elbow?
How much do you know about what makes you you?
Zoom inside your cells for a fascinating look at chromosomes, DNA, genes, and more!
Take a look at the science of where it ALL begins.
Put your viewing skills to the test with this mystery photo challenge.