M.I.T. Biology Hypertextbook Part textbook, part study guide, this World-Wide Web site is a searchable collection of explanations, definitions, diagrams, and quizzes for an introductory biology class. MendelWeb An on-line textbook that focuses on an 1865 genetics paper by the Austrian scientist Gregor Mendel. A complete medical biochemistry course offered on the World-Wide Web. The World Lecture Hall Extensive compilation of course materials from universities around the world, with over 40 subjects indexed. Brief descriptions of each listing aid in finding resources.
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Ethics and Genetics, a Global Discussion On-line discussion of the ethical issues involved in genetic research and testing. A World-Wide Web site, sponsored by the University of Pennsylvania Center for Bioethics, provides articles on bioethical issues written by researchers, and allows readers to respond to the articles and to other readers' comments. Users may read messages and contribute to the discussions through the World-Wide Web site. Images related to anatomy The Visible Human Project Data base features thousands of photographs of the insides of male and female human bodies. An interactive simulation of the dissection of a sheep's brain.