BEST OF THE WEB V.14
For the molecular biologist
www.urogene.org/methprimer/index.html
In this web for PCR / DNA expert, you will find a number of links to protocols and other online resources, as well as a methylation method forum.
For the scientist
The complete statistic calculators for statistical analysis. The web is organised into 21 categories with over 50 statistic calculators (all are offered free of charge). From analysis of variance, to chisquare distribution, to probability, one simple needs to enter the relevant information when prompted and click “calculate” for results. A very useful resource to the statistically befuddled researcher.
For the genetist
The Edinburg Mouse Atlas Project offers many tools for researchers, divided into the 3-D embryo anatomy atlas and the EMAGE gene-expression database. You can request mouse atlas data, free of charge for academic use.
For the evolutionist
The Living Links Center provides information about current research projects about evolution.
If you are interested in primate research, be sure to swing over to this web page.
For the biologist
www.plantsci.cam.ac.uk/Haseloff
A very useful web for the teacher, scientist, botanist. Beautiful collection of confocal microscope images.
For the teacher
www.exploratorium.edu/imaging_station/index.php
The Microscope Imaging Station, using microscope images and videos as teaching tools, provides a nice introduction to a variety of topics in biology. Categories within the gallery includes, to name a few, stem cells, plankton, immune response, and cell motility.
For the microbiologist
Virtual Museum of Bacteria. A thoughtful collection of species-based links and facts about pathogenic bacteria, bacteriophages, origin of life, food / water safety, antibiotics and vaccination.
For the food technologist
http://www.fda.gov/NewsEvents/Newsroom/Pressannouncements/ucm189598.htm
New FDA food codex.
For the internet astrologist
To be updated on your future (“predicting the ultimate outcome of the Internet and biotechnology revolutions”)
For the HACCP consultant
http://www.foodhaccp.com/online.html
on-line slides and video for Food Safety
