DNA Amplification for Forensic Analysts
This web site describes the ampification polymerase chain reaction (PCR)process typically employed for the forensic analysis of DNA. Emphasis is placed on the selection of core short tandem repeat(STR)and Y-STR loci for conducting PCR. The concept of multiplexing is reviewed.The site is designed as an on-line short course with excellent graphic
support. The user must register and secure a readily obtainable password prior to entering the site
UV-visible spectroscopy
This webpage, part of a larger project \"Understanding Chemistry\", provides a solid introduction to UV-vis spectroscopy suitable for use in introductory chemistry and introductory analytical chemistry courses. The UV-vis pages discuss UV-vis light, absorption, Beer\'s law, the double-beam spectrometer, and introduce some standard applications of UV-vis spectroscopy. Explication is clear and thoughtful. Judicious and effective use of graphics. Site is easy to navigate, and the links work.
BIM Presentations James Austin
BIM Presentations James Austin
The Skills of Making Relationships
Lesson that requires students to think about the 3 key relationship skills and how they might put these skills into action.
Criminal Justice Is No Job for the State The local paper had a brief news item recently quoting Alabama's state finance director as saying 3,000 nonviolent prisoners would have to be released if the state legislature adopts the budget proposed by the new governor. "[David] Perry made the dire pronouncement Wednesday as members of the two judiciary committees were discussing a package of bills" designed to change the state's sent
Congratulations to our recent MCDArtDes graduates! Klasseren : Quiz In vijf rondes moeten leerlingen de juiste benaming geven van wat ze te zien krijgen in een presentatie. Het zijn telkens foto's van materiaal om te klasseren. In twee rondes moeten ze het cijfer bij de juiste term plaatsen, in twee andere rondes … Democracy and Liberty [This article is excerpted from Liberty: A Path to Its Recovery (1949; 2007). An MP3 audio file of this article, narrated by Colin Hussey, is available for download.] 5 Effective use of information literacy skills The purpose of this assessment unit is for you to create a portfolio of your work that shows you can improve your information literacy skills and apply them within your study or work activities. A central aim is for you to use the process to support your learning and improve your performance overall. You will need to show that you can search for, select and critically evaluate information. Using information literacy skills effectively involves applying your skills appropriately in diffe Mind-Controlled Wheelchair (CSUN Engineering Project) Harvard President visits Africa ATV: a very special delivery The Botany Of Desire: A Plant's Eye View Of The World Essential Science for Teachers: Life Science: Session 2. Classifying Living Things Essential Science for Teachers: Life Science: Session 2. Classifying Living Things Prof. Yuli Tamir, Minister of Education, Israel Chrystia Freeland and Felix Salmon: upheaval in the mid-east Musicians@Google: Eric Roberson 6.3.3 Identify and research relevant sources of information Spend some time finding out about what you will need to help you complete you IL work and who you will need to consult. You may need to arrange access to a library, the Internet, databases online, or specialist training or publications. If you need to learn about specific aspects of IL (for example how to reference correctly articles, papers and books, or how to put together a bibliography), then look first at your course material and then at study guides or notes aimed at your area of intere
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Research video taken by students and faculty in the Cal State Northridge College of Engineering and Computer Science. The project team is testing a brain-computer interface for autonomous wheelchair mobility. The interface will assist wheelchair users who are physically or cognitively challenged in steering a wheelchair, by using brainwaves and onboard sensors.
For more on this story, visit:
http://blogs.csun.edu/news/2011/04/wheelchair/
© 2011 California State University, Northridge.
Drew Faust is the first sitting Harvard University President to visit the continent of Africa. Faust traveled to Botswana and South Africa in support of University initiatives in both locations.
Early in 2008, an Ariane 5 rocket blasted off from Europe’s spaceport in French Guiana. The rocked carried the most sophisticated lorry ever built – the European Space Agency’s Automated Transfer Vehicle, the ATV. From its first flight, ATV will play a vital role in International Space Station (ISS) servicing. Every 12 months or so, the ATV will haul 7.5 tonnes of cargo to the ISS, 400 km above the Earth. The video - addressed mostly to the youngsters- tells the story of a very special del
How botanist use new technology to help plants survive. A one minute video that, at best, provides some insights into that a botanist does.
How can we make sense of the living world? During this session, a systematic approach to biological classification is introduced as a starting point for understanding the nature of the remarkable diversity of life on Earth.,This segment asks four questions about an organism that will be useful for classification: 1. Does it have more than one cell? 2. Do the cells contain a nucleus? 3. Is there a cell wall? 4. How does it obtain food?
How can we make sense of the living world? During this session, a systematic approach to biological classification is introduced as a starting point for understanding the nature of the remarkable diversity of life on Earth.,This segment has students talking about the gas requirement of all living things. They have a notion about oxygen and carbon dioxide.
The 6th International Conference on Holocaust Education
Teaching the Shoah -- Fighting the Racism and Prejudice
Opening Ceremony -- Monday, July 7, 2008
http://www1.yadvashem.org/yv/en/education/conference/2008/index.asp
Chrystia Freeland and Felix Salmon discuss the upcoming interview with World Bank President, Robert Zoellick.
Two-time Grammy nominated singer/songwriter/producer Eric Roberson visits Google in New York for a special (and fun!) performance. You can follow him on Twitter: @iamericroberson.
For the past fifteen years, Roberson, also known as "Erro" by adoring family, friends, and fans, has remained a prevalent force in today's music. Elements ranging from Soul, R&B, House, Hip-Hop and more can be detected throughout Roberson's original and contemporary sound.
His music is personal, poetic, positive and
