Gene Technology Part 1

Synopsis
Explores the history of our understanding of genetics from Mendel’s observations to Watson and Crick’s discovery of DNA. Outlines the function of DNA, chromosomes, genes and protein replication, and discusses how research into genetics has led to the development of gene technology. Examines how bacteria are engineered to mass-produce substances like insulin, looks into cloning and explores the importance of the human genome project.
Series
Gene Technology, Series
Language
English
Country
Australia
Medium
Video; Videocassette. VHS. col. 21 min.
Year of production
1999
Availability
Sale; 2000 sale: £40.00 (+VAT +p&p) each
Uses
Ages 17 and up.
Subjects
Agriculture; Biology
Keywords
bioethics; DNA; genetic engineering; genetically modified foods; genetics

Production Company

Name

Classroom Video

Notes
Classroom Video ceased trading in January 2015. Some of their assets including the streaming platform and our curriculum content have been acquired by ClickView. Around 160 DVD titles are available (or will be made available) through Boulton-Hawker.

Distributor

Name

Classroom Video

Notes
NB Classroom Video ceased trading in January 2015. Potential customers are directed to DVD sales enquiries are directed to sales@boultonhawker.co.uk and are asked to note that not all third party, or proprietary content which includes videos produced by VEA, Classroom Video, Online Classroom and Training Point will be available from Boulton Hawker. Streaming customers are asked to be aware that: All current licences will remain active for the duration of their license period (including embed links and clips that you have created) No streaming licence can be renewed after the existing license period has lapsed Classroom Video’s parent company VEA will manage existing streaming licences from a technical and administrative perspective. For all enquiries please contact support@vea.com.au

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