Biology Community Portal
Welcome – From the Editor
Hello and Welcome to the Biology Portal
MERLOT is a spectacular collection of online resources you can access for use in learning and teaching. MERLOT is an initiative of the California State University.
The Biology board curates the materials related to life science. We assemble, review, and maintain resources in Anatomy & Physiology, Medicine, General Biology (including subdisciplines such as Botany, Zoology, Evolution, Genetcs, etc.), Biochemistry, Ecology and Environmental Sciences. The materials range from short videos or articles to entire courses. These can be used for learning, teaching, professional development or anything else you can dream up.
The Biology board consists of people from institutions across the country who volunteer their time and energy to upkeep and update the amazing collection of resources in the life sciences.
Meet the current Biology Board here.
We invite you to peruse and use the Biology resources found in MERLOT. You can create a portfolio of materials for use in a class, a project or simply for your own use. If we have reviewed the material you will see a rating and a summary of the review. You can also find comments from people who have used the resource.
You can help with the MERLOT project as well by contributing materials (which we will put in our queu to review). If you are interested in joining the Biology board, please contact the editors, Michael Plotkin or Marty Zahn. Our board uses this form for our reviews.
Enjoy!
Showcase
Understanding Science is the Biology Board's Classic Award winner for 2019. This site has a huge variety of resources that present a detailed and accurate portrayal of what science is and how it works. We hope you love it as much we do!
New Materials
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Introduction to Environmental Science, 2nd Edition
This course uses the basic principles of biology and earth science as a context for understanding environmental policies...
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Fundamentals of Cell Biology
This book is a study of cell structure and function at the cellular, subcellular and molecular levels. Upon completion of...
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SARS-CoV-2 spike protein mutations
UK and South African mutant lineages of COVID-19 have increased contagion. The locations of these mutations in the spike...
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The Undergraduate Student’s Guide to Geometric Morphometrics
A student guide that begins your journey with geometric morphometrics. Students with some experience with R, statistics,...
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WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute | Better Healthcare for West Virginia and Beyond.
WE ARE IMPROVING LIVES BY PIONEERING ADVANCES IN BRAIN HEALTH. With the latest technologies, an ecosystem of partners,...
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Litter to glitter: releasing the herbaceous groundlayer potential stored in oak forest floors -
By Dr. Andrew Vander Yacht, Michigan State University Presented on December 8, 2020 In oak-dominated communities...
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Welcome to Learn Medical Neuroscience - Learn Medical Neuroscience
Learn Medical Neuroscience. A site to support learning in Medical Neuroscience, Neuroanatomy and Neurology. Full of links...
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Micropipetting Solutions
Biological techniques
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Foundational Concepts and Techniques in Biotechnology
A free online platform for science education from Harvard University
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Life Cycle of Corona Virus
A free online platform for science education from Harvard University
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Spider Silk: Wonder Material Used to Heal the Human Body
Spider silk is one of nature's wonder materials, more flexible than nylon, thinner than a human hair, and, for its...
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Plants talk to each other using an internet of fungus
Hidden under your feet is an information superhighway that allows plants to communicate and help each other out. It’s...
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Wetlands
From lakes and lagoons to coral reefs and seagrass beds, explore our wetlands and why they are important.
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National Wetland Plant List
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps), as part of an interagency effort with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency...
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Field Guide to Common Wetland Plants of West Virginia
An illustrated, online guide to wetland plants of West Virginia
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Native Plants and Habitats
Discover the most common native plants found in each coastal habitat. These plant lists and other resources can help...
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Human Biology Lab Manual
Human Biology Lab Manual
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Phenomena Found in Agriculture - Middle School Ecosystem Dynamics and Interactions Unit
What do Prairie Chickens Need in Order to Survive Today's Prairie? This middle school unit covering ecosystems, animal...
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Phenomena Found in Agriculture - High School Genetics and Heredity Unit
How can we Design Cattle to Better Meet Human Needs? In this high school Storyline unit on genetics and heredity,...
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“Bad Breath”: An integrated case study of alcoholic liver disease for first year medical students.
Alcoholic liver disease represents a timeless teaching opportunity for health professional students. Due to the...
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Recharging and rejuvenation of decontaminated N95 masks
Physics of Fluids 32, 093304 (2020); https://doi.org/10.1063/5.0023940 Abstract N95 respirators comprise a critical part...
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Jim Allison: Breakthrough (film) and Educator Toolkit
Educators can use the toolkit as a whole or borrow pieces to meet their unique learning objectives and circumstances. You...
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DK Find Out! | Fun Facts for Kids on Animals, Earth, History and more!
Visit DK Find Out! to learn about dinosaurs, space, animals, nature & more. Fun learning activities for kids with videos,...
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Online Resources for Science Laboratories (POD) - Remote Teaching
Online Resources for Science Laboratories (POD) - Remote Teaching. This is a live document. For many subjects and...
New Members
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dawn BoultonWeston igh School
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Erica HargreaveStoryToGo / BCIT / Ahimsa Media / UBC
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Luís NoivoAgr. Rainha Santa Isabel
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Ashok KumarBSEB
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Rukmani KuppuswamiHill College
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Darla FrenchUniversity of Pikeville
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Cheryl HarringtonLittleton Public Schools
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Chloe SanspreeAustwell-Tivoli ISD
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Maida Fatima ChanSaint Louis University
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Luiz Eduardo SousaFederal University of Ouro Preto
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Kim MichelArizona State University
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Chad HannaCalifornia University of Pennsylvania
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Jaincy PatelJaincy Patel
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Deb RauJensen Beach High School
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Allison MeineckeNorth Central High School
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Jessica DandoCharlotte County Public Schools
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Laura TownsendArdrey Kell High School
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Farida Safadi-ChamberlainColorado State University
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Joanna BurgonEnglish Schools Foundation
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kristi bridgeMotlow State Community/Technical College
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Brian PilcherWeber State University
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Adriana AndradeSacred Heart, Greenwich
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MICHELE DA SILVAUNIVERSIDADEDE FEDERAL RURAL DA AMAZÔNIA
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Gloria MallouUniversity of Vigo
Materials by Discipline
- Biochemistry and Biophysics (61)
- Biodiversity (98)
- Biology Education (17)
- Biotechnology and Bioinformatics (32)
- Botany (354)
- Cell and Molecular Biology (566)
- Comparative Anatomy and Physiology (13)
- Development and Embryology (66)
- Ecology and Conservation Biology (783)
- Evolutionary Biology (274)
- Genetics (727)
- Human Anatomy and Physiology (950)
- Life (133)
- Marine Biology (12)
- Medicine and Health (37)
- Microbiology (434)
- Mycology (6)
- Neuroscience (5)
- Zoology (251)
Professional Organizations
- American Society for Microbiology
- American Association for the Advancement of Science
- Ecological Society of America
- Human Anatomy and Physiology Society
- Association for Biology Laboratory Education
- Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology
- American Society for Cell Biology
- Genetics Society of America
Journals & Publications
- Advances in Physiology Education
- American Biology Teacher
- Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Education
- Bioscene: Journal of College Biology Teaching
- Bioscience Education E-Journal
- Cell Biology Education
- CourseSource
- eLife
- International Journal of Science Education
- Journal of Biological Education
- Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior
- Journal of Research in Science Teaching
- Journal of Science Education and Technology
- Journal of Microbiology & Biology Education
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