Biotechnology and Human Health
This Powerpoint was created to be used a resource as an introduction to the topic and terms relating to the role of biotechnology in human health.
The Branch Archive : 2016
Bioremediation
This Powerpoint was created to be used a resource as an introduction to the topic and terms relating to bioremediation.
Biotechnology and You
This Powerpoint was created for Activity 1: Biotechnology and You. You can use this resource as an introduction to the topic and terms relating to biotechnology.
Dead planet, Living Planet
The report, Dead planet, Living Planet: Biodiversity and ecosystem restoration for sustainable development, was a contribution to the UN’s International Year of Biodiversity. The report documents successful case studies referencing thousands of restoration projects ranging from deserts and rainforests to rivers and coasts. The report provides recommendations on how to avoid pitfalls and minimize risks to… Read more »
Stop Disasters
International Strategy for Disaster Reduction is developing a web-based simulation for teaching about pre-disaster preparedness. The scenarios include hurricanes, earthquakes, and wildfires.
Teaching About Controversial Topics in Science
This series in NSTA Reports is based on the NSTA Press book Thinking Scientifically About Controversial Issues: Clones, Cats, and Chemicals. The book examines 10 dilemmas from the fields of biology, chemistry, physics, earth science, technology, and mathematics to help challenge students to confront scientific and social problems that offer few black-and-white solutions. It provides… Read more »
US EPA Facts and Figures About Materials, Waste and Recycling
US EPA Facts and Figures About Materials, Waste and Recycling website has information on municipal solid waste in the United States. The data includes information on energy recovery and landfills as well.
My Garbology
We toss items into the trash every day – about 4.4 pounds per person per day, on average. With garbology, the study of waste, students can learn about waste reduction and steps they can take to reduce the amount of trash on the planet. This website’s interactive interface allows students to learn about the recycling,… Read more »
The People Speak Global Debates
This UN Foundation will work with high school students across the U.S. and select countries. During a ten-day period in October 2007, March 2008 and , students across the globe will be organizing public debates in their high schools and coordinating a global vote on the debate topics. You can view the debates and student created… Read more »
Transit-Oriented Neighborhoods
This report attempts to understand who lives near transit today and who is expected to live there in 25 years, with the desired outcome of creating a dialogue between those who want to ensure high-quality transit service and those who want to ensure high-quality neighborhoods.