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Bioethics Education Programme (BEEP)
An interactive website and virtual learning environment for secondary school science teachers and their students. A teaching resource developed to highlight the moral, ethical, social, economic, environmental and technological implications and applications of biology.

Wellcome Trust’s Human Genome website
A free resource allowing you to explore the human genome, your health and your future.

Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute
Funded principally by the Wellcome Trust, the Sanger Institute is a world leader in genome sequencing and analysis and is using that knowledge to transform biology and improve healthcare.

Identity: Eight rooms, nine lives
This major new exhibition explores the tension between the way we view ourselves and how others see us.

Your Genome
Stimulating interest in and discussion of genetic research. Resources include animations, activities and worksheets that support UK curriculum and science specifications for 14-19 year olds.

Genetic Futures
Engaging young people and adults through original, agenda free theatre and drama in an informed debate about the ethical issues posed by biomedical research and the human genome project.

Inside DNA
A travelling exhibition and website keeping you up to date on the latest developments in the fast-moving world of human genomics and providing a forum for everyone to discuss and debate the issues raised.

Genetic Interest Group
The Genetic Interest Group (GIG) is a national alliance of patient organisations with a membership of over 130 charities which support children, families and individuals affected by genetic disorders.

Nowgen Schools Genomics Programme
Nowgen's Schools Genomics Programme aims to embed human genomics, (the study of genetics and the human genome) into UK science lessons, exciting pupils about the pace of discovery and engaging them in thinking about how advances in genetics will affect their future lives.

Activities developed for A-level Science in Society
Nature and nurture activities developed and written by Nowgen as part of the Wellcome Trust funded Nowgen School Genomics Project.

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