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* Science in Context
Curriculum-related science content for high school and university students, teachers and researchers. Merges reference content with journal articles and media reports.
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* Science Reference Center
This database contains full text for nearly 640 science encyclopedias, reference books, periodicals, etc. Topics covered include: biology, chemistry, earth & space science, environmental science, health & medicine, history of science, life science, physics, science & society, science as inquiry, scientists, technology and wildlife.
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* Study It - for NCEA students
Your one stop site for achieving in NCEA maths and science. Find what you need to know, contact subject teachers, and get encouragement from other students.
* BBC - Science and Nature
Great site but particularly useful re human body & biology info
* Biotechnology Learning Hub
Meet people from the biotechnology sector, see did you know facts, view videos, images and images.
* Biowiz
Featuring the latest NZ biotechnology innovation and knowledge. User registration required.
* CELLS Alive!
A graphic presentation that covers both plant and animal cells.
* DNA from the Beginning
Genetics, molecules of genetics and genetic organisation and control. Every possible topic and subtopic of DNA and related subjects is included. The site makes use of animation, photographs, video and audio, as well as providing links to other web pages. Relevant for high school science students of all ages and abilities.
* Genes to Cognition online
Neuroscience - how the brain works and learns. Topics such as Language, learnig and memory, disorders, a 3d brain and more.
* Grzimek's Animal Life
Grzimek’s Animal Life is a multimedia source of information on “everything animal”. Find out more about using Grzimek's Animal Life.
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* MEDtropolis
Virtual tour of the brain, skeleton, heart and digestive tract
* NeuroScience for Kids
Neuroscientists answer to questions from students. Great site showing just how the brain and the nervous system control our bodies. SparkNotes Study Guide Biology
From evolution, cells, micro organisms, DNA to plants and animal behaviour. May require you to join but membership is free.