DNA Fingerprinting—Electrophoresis at Work—Super Value Kit

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An introductory activity for students about to begin the study of biotechnology and electrophoresis. Students become medical forensic investigators as they read a case in which a woman has been attacked or a case in which an elderly man has been murdered. Once the students have read one of the case reports, they are provided with photo-reproductions of actual electrophoresis gels. Students will interpret the evidence against a list of possible suspects and attempt to solve the mystery. The design of the activity affords the teacher the flexibility to alter case outcomes from class to class and even manipulate evidence. Kit includes in-depth background material, teacher preparation and instruction tips, student copies of case descriptions and investigation reports, and reproductions of evidence and suspect electrophoresis gels. The curiosity and excitement this activity creates will lead to a better understanding of electrophoresis and biotechnology. Time required for this activity is 30 minutes.

Super Value Kit is complete for 30 students working in pairs. All materials are reusable.