Human cloning gets a step closer

A new technique has been developed in whole animal cloning that could pave the way for human cloning. read more

Fossil record found in Snake evolution

Very Relevent to year 10 evolution module. Read here how a limestone fossil of a bipedal reptile (2 legged snake) helps with a bit more of the story of how the limbless reptiles first evolved.

Fighting back against antibiotic resistant Bacteria

Scientists think they have discovered a mutation that allows bacteria to become resistant to some antibiotics. This could lead to them being able to restore antibiotics like penecillins full effectiveness read here

Latest news on Flu transmission

Have a read about some current research on why Flu viruses prefer the colder weather here

Mitosis tutorial

Metaphase

A web based tutorial to assist with our most recent topic at AS click here. It goes a bit beyond AS but has some good animations.

Screening in america is reducing cases of Cystic Fibrosis.

A programme to screen prospective parents for carriers of the cystic fibrosis gene has brought about a reduction in the number of children bourne with the genetic disease. Is it ethical, should it be done after conception when the decision may be to abort the preganancy? Read on then vote in the poll

Scientists produce a drought resistant plant!

Scientists have isolated a gene that regulates water loss. It could enable them to produce a plant that can survive periods of drought. Is this a solution to preventing famines? read more