The Gene Factor:
Genetics: A Timeline
This timeline is designed to illustrate the speed with which scientists have explored genetics during the last part of the 20th century. It also serves as a jump point for speculation into how genetics may be used in the future to fight diseases with genetic ties.
For more information, at other Web sites...
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Biotech Chronicles —
contains large amounts of information on the history of biotechnology, from Access
Excellence®.
Genetics in Context — places discoveries and innovations in the study of genetics in context with other important historical events.
James Watson, Francis Crick, Maurice Wilkins, and Rosalind Franklin — biographical sketches of the scientists who unraveled the structure of DNA, part of Chemical Achievers from the Chemical Heritage Foundation.
Relevant National Science Education Standards
Science and Technology — The
reading shows technological advances through the ages that have led to new drugs and treatments
for cancer and other diseases.
History and Nature of Science —
As the students read this timeline, they should link the importance of science to human history.
Relevant New Jersey State Science Education Standards
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Life Science —
The reading illustrates many advancements in genetic research.
5.2
This timeline illustrates the many contributions made by scientists in the search for the basic
building blocks of life.
5.5
This timeline deals with many biological topics.
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