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Genetics (from the Greek genno γεννώ= give birth) is the science of genes, heredity, and the variation of organisms. The word "genetics" was first suggested to describe the study of inheritance and the science of variation by the prominent British scientist William Bateson in a personal letter to Adam Sedgwick, dated April 18, 1905. Bateson first used the term "genetics" publicly at the Third International Conference on Genetics (London, England) in 1906.
Heredity and variations form the basis of genetics. Humans applied knowledge of genetics in prehistory with the domestication and breeding of plants and animals. In modern research, genetics provides important tools for the investigation of the function of a particular gene, e.g., analysis of genetic interactions. Within organisms, genetic information generally is carried in chromosomes, where it is represented in the chemical structure of particular DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) molecules.
Genes encode the information necessary for synthesizing the amino-acid sequences in proteins, which in turn play a large role in determining the final phenotype, or physical appearance, of the organism. In diploid organisms, a dominant allele on one chromosome will mask the expression of a recessive gene on the other.
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123Genomes - A genomics and bioinformatics knowledge base with information on companies, careers, courses, meetings, databases, sequence analysis, news, diseases, mutation, snp, and microarray.
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BioScience Research Tool: Genetics - Specialized directory of online tools and resources selected for geneticists.
Meta Description: [ The BioScience Research Tool is simply the Resource for Bioscience and Education on the Web. BioScientists have selected the best meta-pages and arranged them by discipline. ]
Chromosome Web Watch - Resource site for researchers. Includes links to conferences and courses, directories, laboratories, journals, and publishers.
Computational Gene Recognition - Bibliography of accumulated research papers. Includes databases, programs, and conferences.
Cracking the Code of Life - Chronicles the race to capture the complete letter-by-letter sequence . Includes an online version of the television program. Viewable in Quicktime or Real Audio format.
Meta Description: [ NOVA Online/Cracking the Code of Life ]
Database of Genome Sizes - Genome sizes for different organisms. The estimated genome sizes are given for both the organisms currently being sequenced and those for which no sequencing programme is in progress.
Essentials of Genetics - Provides a range of notes including landmarks, basic terms and rules, chromosomes and genes, population genetics, viral and bacterial genetics, and plant genetics. Includes links to related resources .
Gene CRC - Provides a range of information on the latest genetics research and ethical and associated issues. Features an interactive learning center, children's section, and related links.
Meta Description: [ This site provides information about the Gene CRC and its activities and up-to-date, accurate information on the latest genetics research as well as education material and commentary on ethical issues arising from genetic technologies ]
Genetic Origins - Provides biochemical methods and computer tools to allow students to use their own DNA fingerprints as a starting point in the study of human evolution.
Genetics Virtual Library - Comprehensive subject catalog covering genetics in the biosciences. Provided by the U.S. Department of Energy.
Meta Description: [ This web site is a subject catalog covering genetics in the biosciences. ]
Life: A Study of Genetics and Molecular Biology - Source of information from the basics to contemporary issues such as cloning and cancer. Includes interactive demonstrations and a discussion forum.
Man And His Genes - Museum exhibit featuring genes contained within the nucleus of human cells. Flash movies and an online biology dictionary explain in details the sequence of DNA. From the Cité des Sciences, Paris.
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Noncoding DNA - Explores the noncoding portion of the genetic code. Details raw data, research, updated values, and perspectives.
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Science News and Genomics: A Global Resource - An online resource presented by BIO: Biotechnology Industry Organization.
Meta Description: [ GeneRef - Science News, Genomics, Bioinformatics, Nanotechnology: A Global Resource ]
The DNA Files: Genetic Science Documentaries Distributed by National Public Radio - A public radio series that explores the world of genes and genetic science.
Meta Description: [ The DNA Files is a public radio series that explores the world of genes and genetic science. ]
The New York Times: Genetics - Collection of articles assembled to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the discovery of DNA. Topics include history, recent developments, ethical concerns and other issues related to the genetic revolution, and the role of the news media in science.
The Selfish Gene - An introduction to genetics, covers the basics including cell mechanics, chromosome structure, genotypes and phenotypes, recombination, cloning and mapping.
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