Meet the Casper Fish
Many researchers use zebra fish (Danios) for genetic and developmental studies. Zebra fish make excellent model research organisms since they are vertebrates, and their embryonic development is similar to human embryonic development. This means that you can easily view their internal organs, including the heart, gallbladder, circulatory system, brain, spine, eggs in females, and the […]
Mendelian Genetics
Mendelian genetics is the core content for all genetics studies. Concepts of genotypes and phenotypes are established, parental and filial generations are defined, and patterns of inheritance explained. Mendel’s laws guide further, more complex studies in genetics. Carolina offers kits with your choice of 3 different organisms—Wisconsin Fast Plants, genetic corn, and Daphnia—all with a minimum […]
Carolina Biological Supply Company Inspires K-12 Students with Young People’s Space Success Stories During Space Week
Carolina celebrates World Space Week showcasing the future of science through free success stories about young space professsionals including Madalynne LaLanne a talented test technician at SpaceX BURLINGTON, NC, Oct. 4, 2022 –Leading school science supplier Carolina Biological welcomed teachers and students back to school during World Space Week with space career success stories as part […]
Success Stories in STEM: Space
Who can be successful in STEM careers? Our new Success Stories in STEM feature introduces students to inspiring STEM role models—what led them to their professions, obstacles they overcame, and more! Download English and Spanish profile cards at two reading levels to share the stories of young women in Space careers.
AP® Free-Response Questions: Dos and Don’ts
Flo Gullickson, an experienced AP® Environmental Science teacher and exam reader, shares tips on how to approach free-response questions.
Body Systems
human body systems Bring science to life in your classroom with FREE, ready-to-use resources for teaching human body systems.Simply hover over the system you want to explore, and click to dive in! Each body system includes: • A visually engaging introductory infographic • A hands-on activity or informative article • A printable graphic organizer to […]
How to Use Forensics to Celebrate Halloween
This October, treat your students to a spooky mystery or turn your classroom into an immersive crime scene to add some science to your Halloween celebrations.
Developing and Analyzing Urine Samples as a Model of Kidney Function
Abnormal urine composition often indicates disease or infection. Diabetes is often diagnosed after a patient has a positive test for glucose in the urine. Diabetes is the result of an inability to absorb glucose from the blood. The body compensates for these elevated blood glucose levels by filtering the glucose out through the kidneys; the excess glucose exits the body through the urine.
Mealworms and Superworms in the News
Mealworms and superworms are probably best known for their use as feeder insects for chickens and reptiles, but they are both making news for very different reasons.
Teach Restriction Analysis with Carolina and the DNA Learning Center
Engage your students by going hands-on with a classic technique in molecular biology known as restriction analysis. These kits were developed in cooperation with the DNA Learning Center (DNALC) at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory. In this video, watch experts from the DNALC perform restriction analysis and explain how to use this technique for teaching DNA, restriction enzymes, and gel electrophoresis.