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We provide here a collection of other sites that focus on education and resources in plant science and molecular biology. Please help us to keep this list up to date and mail us your favourite sites and information on links that no longer work. Despite our best efforts we are unable to guarantee that all the links listed will function correctly. The provision of an external link should not be taken to imply endorsement by SAPS. Links are grouped in the folders listed below. Some sites may appear in more than one folder.
All about sprouts: International Sprout Growers Association. Bean sprouts , Alfalfa, Clover etc history, growing, hygiene, nutrition, recipes etc Food and Agriculture Organization is one of the largest specialized agencies in the United Nations system and the lead agency for agriculture, forestry, fisheries and rural development. International Fund for Agricultural Development IFAD, a specialized agency of the United Nations, was established as an international financial institution in 1977 as one of the major outcomes of the 1974 World Food Conference. Scottish Agricultural Science Agency provides scientific input for the implementation and enforcement of legislation and regulations in the areas of crops and environmental protection, and information and advice to support policy in these areas. Scottish Crop Research Institute aims to increase knowledge in the basic biological sciences; to improve crop quality and utilisation by the application of conventional and molecular genetical techniques and novel agronomic practices; and to develop environmentally benign methods of protecting crops from depredations by pests, pathogens and weeds World Food Programme Set-up in 1963, WFP is the United Nations frontline agency in the fight against global hunger.
A list of institutions colleges/organisations that specialise in courses related to agriculture and horticulture. Links to the homepage of each of the institutions are also available. Cambridge University Botanic Garden was established by Professor John Stevens Henslow on land acquired in 1831, and opened to the public in 1846. The Garden boasts many important plant collections including lavenders, hardy geraniums, British native plants and the finest collection of trees in the East of England. Chelsea Physic Garden The Chelsea Physic Garden was founded in 1673 as the Apothecaries' Garden with the purpose of training apprentices in identifying plants. The Garden has developed a major role in public education focusing on the renewed interest in natural medicine. Eden Project In a giant crater in Cornwall nestle the largest conservatories in the world…. The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh is first and foremost a scientific institution, dedicated to discovering and describing plants and their relationships, evolution, conservation and biology. This research is underpinned by the Garden’s internationally important collections of living and preserved plants. RBGE has published a set of colourful posters that contain striking images of plants from its collections, worldwide expeditions and images from under the microscope. Kew, Royal Botanic Gardens the education pages offer information about resources that can be purchased from their shops. Some sheets are now available on the web. The Museum Of Science & Industry In Manchester Details of educational opportunities within the museum are available. Missouri Botanic Gardens This site allows you "to discover and share knowledge about plants and their environment, in order to preserve and enrich life." The National Botanic Garden of Wales. Runs a range of education programmes to suit pupils from 3 - 19. In addition courses for teachers are run throughout the year. The Natural History Museum The Natural History Museum is the UK's national museum of natural history, and a centre of scientific excellence in taxonomy and biodiversity. The Museum's mission is to maintain and develop its collections and use them to promote the discovery, understanding, responsible use and enjoyment of the natural world. The central aim of Plant Cultures is to convey the richness and complexity of links between Britain and South Asia, through the story of plants and people. It is aimed at anyone interested in understanding the world around them. Royal Horticultural Society In addition to organising the world famous Chelsea Flower Show, the RHS works through its botanists, entomologists, plant pathologists, plant physiologists, soil scientists and general horticultural advisers to ensure that the best and most up-to-date advice is available for all. University of Oxford Botanic Garden Plants are grown to support our teaching programmes, for research scientists in this University and as part of plant conservation projects. The Garden is a national reference collection of 7,000 different types of plant. The Science Museum Information on a range of topics, including the STEM Project which is a cooperative project with teachers and students to extend the educational potential of the science museum. Techniquest Techniquest's goal is to develop people's understanding and appreciation of science. It is aimed at both educational groups and leisure visitors, and operates a vigorous outreach programme in addition to the facilities of the building in Cardiff Bay. Careers in Biological Sciences. This link will take you to a detailed list of organisations that offer advice on careers.
Association for Science Education The ASE is the professional association for teachers of science. It was formed in 1963 by the merger of the Science Master's Association and the Association of Women Science Teachers. Biochemical Society Activities of the Society include: (i) providing information and advice to government, the media and the general public (ii) promoting careers in the cellular and molecular life sciences and (iii) promoting engagement between scientists and the general public. Biosis is a non-profit organisation that delivers information services — including databases and customized information products — to the life sciences community. British Science Association is a organisation involved in the communication and appreciation of science. British Society for Immunology seeks to advance the science of immunology through the publications, the organisation of scientific meetings and its work with schools and the public. Cambridge Biologists The purpose of this website is to provide a directory enabling biologists to contact each other for a variety of reasons. The site is divided into four categories; schools and colleges, higher education, scientific institutions and companies. Within each category, organisations provide a brief outline of who they are and what they do, and what they can offer to other local biologists. The Centre for Bioscience supports learning and teaching of bioscience higher education. CLEAPSS is an advisory service for subscribers, supporting practical science and technology in schools and colleges and offering help from nursery education through to A-level or equivalent. European Federation of Biophysics Organisations. The EFBF is concerned with the growing prevalence of chronic debilitating illnesses and the apparent deterioration in the quality of food. Research is conducted by various faculty members. European Initiative for Biotechnology Education. EIBE seeks to promote skills, enhance understanding and facilitate public debate throughout Europe. Field Studies Council includes a section for schools and colleges which gives information on field courses and sites where courses relevant to KS3, GCSE and 16+ are available. The Gatsby Charitable Foundation is an endowed grant-making trust. Over more than 30 years of grant-making, the Trustees have chosen to concentrate their support in a limited number of fields of activity including Technical Education and Plant Science National Academy of Sciences (USA) is a private, non-profit, society of scholars engaged in scientific and engineering research, dedicated to the furtherance of science and technology and to their use for the general welfare. National Centre for Biotechnology Education NCBE was the first school biotechnology education centre in the world and remains the only centre in Europe dedicated solely to biotechnology education at this level. The site provides a wealth of information practical classes and projects. Nuffield Council on Bioethics is an independent body established in 1991 to consider ethical issues arising from developments in medicine and biology. The central aim of Plant Cultures is to convey the richness and complexity of links between Britain and South Asia, through the story of plants and people. It is aimed at anyone interested in understanding the world around them. The Royal Institution continues to communicate scientific issues to the general public through its high calibre events that break down the barriers between science and society. The Royal Society seeks to represent the interests of top quality science and technology in its interactions with government, the public and the media. The Society is taking an increasingly prominent position in furthering the role of science, engineering and technology in society by facilitating dialogue between scientists and non-scientists. Royal Society of Edinburgh is a wholly-independent body governed by a Council elected from amongst its 1200-strong Fellowship. The Scottish Colleges Biotechnology Consortium SCBC is a partnership of four colleges and was established in response to the Scottish Enterprise 'Framework for Action' document in which a shortfall in highly trained technical staff was predicted within the Scottish Biotechnology Industry. The Society of Biology is a single unified voice for biology: advising Government and influencing policy; advancing education and professional development; supporting our members, and engaging and encouraging public interest in the life sciences. The Society has been created by the unification of the Biosciences Federation and the Institute of Biology, and is building on the heritage and reputation of these two organisations to champion the study and development of biology, and provide expert guidance and opinion. Society for General Microbiology SGM has been established for over 50 years, promoting and supporting the art, science and significance of microbiology and associated subjects worldwide. SSERC is the Scottish Schools Equipment Research Centre and covers science, technology & safety in schools. Teachable.net lists a wide range of teacher-contributed, interactive teaching files to download and use in class. There is a range of free-to-access files for both teachers and learners (with a small charge for downloads). Teachers upload files to the site, and Teachable.net maintains strict quality control to make sure everything is relevant and well presented. The Training and Development Agency for Schools seeks to raise standards in schools by attracting able and committed people to teaching and by improving the quality of teacher training. The Wellcome Trust is an independent research-funding charity that aims to improve human and animal health. Access Excellence A site developed for American Schools, but which has much information suitable for UK use. It is well worth a visit. The site includes downloadable protocols, and a teacher information exchange section in which you can swap ideas. Well worth exploring. Action Bioscience is an education resource of the American Institute of Biological Sciences. The site provides peer-reviewed articles by scientists, science educators, and science students in issues related to the seven bioscience challenges: environment, biodiversity, genomics, biotechnology, evolution, new frontiers in science, and bioscience education. In addition, the web site provides educators with original lessons and other resources to enhance bioscience teaching. The Association for Biology Laboratory Education (ABLE) aims to improve the undergraduate biology laboratory experience by promoting the development and dissemination of interesting, innovative, and reliable laboratory exercises. Many of these protocols are very suitable for secondary school use. Biology4all This site (run from University of Central Lancashire) includes good resources for teachers, pupils (A and AS), undergrads and a fun section. News is updated daily. Teachers can deposit or download resources. Well catalogued and easily used. Biochem4schools
is an 'umbrella site' containing links to other resources that fall
within the field of biochemistry. Developed by The Biochemical Society,
the website is part of our commitment to "promote the science
of biochemistry" to the general public, and has been designed
to assist teachers and students involved in science education at all
levels. The Teaching Section of the Canadian Botanical Association has teaching resources for plant educationat all levels. It has references to image sites, useful videos, course outlines, how to make plant collections, how to give oral and poster presentations as well as links to sites with experiments. Democs (deliberative meeting of citizens) is part card game, part policy-making tool that enables small groups of people to engage with complex public policy issues. The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh has published a set of colourful posters on biodiversity that contain striking images of plants from its collections, worldwide expeditions and images from under the microscope. The Royal
Horticultural Society (RHS) has two sites specifically for
schools:- The Fieldwork Knowledge Library recognises the enormous importance of visits to stimulating places in bringing science alive. The Living Field aims to highlight links between science and the environment. The Living Field consists of three parts aimed at lower, middle and upper primary school and is a combination of illustrations, animations and interactive lessons. National Centre for Biotechnology Education This is the site for the NCBE in Reading. They have large numbers of exciting ideas for practical classes and projects. Plant Biographies is a website devoted to interesting facts about plants including all the names by which a particular plant is known. It is a huge and authoritative collection of plant names and filled with amazing facts gleaned from over 800 references. RM Internet for Learning. You will find educational resources designed to help teachers and pupils get the best out of the internet. Some of the features include on line discussion forums, a projects notice board and a directory to UK school and college web sites. Parts of the site are password protected. Rocket Learning offers a range of multimedia products and services for schools, colleges and training organisations in Scotland and the rest of the UK. Schoolscience.co.uk is a website which links to science resources for teachers and students from ages 5 to 19. Put together by the ASE, it links to free, downloadable, copyright-free curriculum resources - websites and e-resources - provided by over 30 partners. It carries information about educational competitions and awards, features a contacts directory of education organisations, publishers, manufacturers and suppliers. Kitpot is a popular scheme to distribute free equipment, apparatus and publications. Schoolnet is the schools (primary and GCSE) pages of the Centre for Ecology and Hydrology. The pages cover Acid rain, Freshwater pollution, Greenhouse effects, Importance of hedgerows and Nature's calendar (Phenology). Each topic is covered at "simple" or "advanced" level and includes worksheets and links. Scibermonkey has been launched by The Biochemical Society. Scibermonkey is a new free online resource for Key Stage 3 science that is mapped onto the QCA’s scheme of work for KS3, and allows you to search all units and lesson objectives and offers direct links to science resources on the web. Scott's Botanical Links is a large site with links to botanical sites as well as others. Soil-net is a free environmental educational resource about soil, aimed for Key Stages 1 to 4 (age 5-16), with extensive teacher aids supporting the many interactive student activities. Spinneret GCSE biology website This private website is full of very useful materials both for teachers and for students. There are self assessment tests which reveal the answers as you work through them. There are summaries which assist the understanding of topics (ideal for revision). There are practical tips and a list of links to other sites. Wisconsin Fast Plants Programme Lots of information and ideas for projects with fast plants. There is a useful Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) List which may well cover the information that you need about fast plants. You can also find out how fast plants behave in space.
Topmarks is a UK site which has gathered together a bank of good links to teaching resources. The bank is searchable. The BBC GCSE bitesize site is well designed with short revision lessons each followed by a test which can be submitted and intelligently marked (at once). The topics covered are Ecology, Humans, Inheritance, Life processes and cells, Plants, Variation. SchoolScience is an ASE website of searchable resources. "Practical Biology...If you are a science teacher and are ever stuck for a practical to deliver in your classroom, this site is for you!" Biology4kids has some good materials for A level teaching. The topics covered include Cells, Biochemistry, Studies (science methodology), and Ecology. Education Quest - this organisation sells questions for use in schools and this is a free sample of their output. They seem to cater for primary only.They have a good list of links to LEAs and to individual school sites. Westminster Secondary School (London, Ontario) - has some interesting background information on Cohesion Tension Theory as part of the course notes provided by its Science Department on Plant Physiology and Photosynthesis. Virginia Tech - houses additional resources on the importance and uses of water in plants, cell water relations, water uptake into tall trees, and drought tolerance mechanisms The Schoolzone is also a good catalogue of resources. BBSRC produces a range of material for primary, secondary and post-16 students in support of science education. All materials are developed in collaboration with, and checked by, school teachers There are some 3D as well as 2D microscopy images available from a site specialising in microscopy. 3D molecular models (most suitable for A level) are available from New York University. A catalogue of human body resources covering levels from beginner to medical specialist. Plant topics for lower school. Mitosis for A level (with 3D microscope pictures). You can dissect a cow's eye or a sheep brain. Cells Alive is a lively site about cells, suitable for KS3 and up. A site with lesson plans and experiments suitable for teaching Neuroscience to school children. The University of Arizona has a range of resources including human biology. Lung structure and how they work is good for GCSE study. The Visible Human Project has some sample images freely available. A Dictionary of Cell Biology is available on a limited licence. The ways in which different plants have adapted to thrive in a tropical rainforest. A Leaf in Time is a pdf book (by David Alan Walker who is a plant biochemist and Emeritus Professor of Photosynthesis) available on-line. Using photosynthesis as the link, this beautifully produced book looks at a range of topics of interest to pupils especially at Y5 and 6 (animals and plants are interdependent, process of photosynthesis, greenhouse effect, energy conservation) though it will also be of interest and value to older pupils. Oxygraphics offers free printed copies of 'A Leaf in Time' with books such as 'Like Clockwork' and 'Energy, Plants & Man'. Another digital book (‘A New Leaf in Time’) is available from the SAPS website. Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA) Scottish Qualifications Authority Agriculture and Environment Biotechnology Commission the website of the UK Governments strategic advisory body on biotechnology issues affecting agriculture and the environment. Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) is the leading funding agency for academic research and training in the biosciences at universities and institutes throughout the UK. Department for Children, Schools and Families The purpose of the Department for Children, Schools and Families is to make England the best place in the world for children and young people to grow up. Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA) aims to engender sustainable development incorporating a better environment and sustainable use of natural resources; economic prosperity through sustainable farming, fishing, food, water and other industries; thriving economies and communities in rural areas and a countryside for all to enjoy. Environment Agency works in air quality, conservation, fisheries, flooding, land quality, navigation, recreation,waste management, water quality and water resources. Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations was founded in 1945 with a mandate to raise levels of nutrition and standards of living, to improve agricultural productivity, and to better the condition of rural populations. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) The FDA's mission is to promote and protect the public health by helping safe and effective products reach the market in a timely way, and monitoring products for continued safety after they are in use. Food Standards Agency The Food Standards Agency is an independent food safety watchdog set up by an Act of Parliament in 2000 to protect the publics health and consumer interests in relation to food. The Institute of Biological, Environmental and Rural Sciences (IBERS) areas of research include plant, animal and microbial genomics, cell biology and physiology, plant and animal genetics and breeding, animal reproduction, agriculture, parasitology, ecology, social sciences and evolutionary processes. Institute of Food Research IFR is the UKs only integrated basic science provider focused on food, and is publicly funded to carry out independent basic and strategic research in food safety, nutrition and food materials science. Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research is now part of The Institute of Biological, Environmental and Rural Sciences (IBERS). International Fund for Agricultural Development IFAD's Strategic Framework is conceived as part of the broad global commitment to achieving the Millennium Development Goals. IFAD will continue to work towards enabling the rural poor to overcome their poverty. The John Innes Centre JIC is Europes premier independent centre for research and training in plant and microbial science. On this website you will find a detailed description of JIC's science, its organisation and funding, details of its scientific and "science in society" events and activities. Natural Environment Research Council NERC is the research council that does earth system science their work covers the full range of atmospheric, earth, terrestrial and aquatic sciences, from the depth of the oceans to the upper atmosphere. Nuffield Council on Bioethics is an independent body established by the Trustees of the Nuffield Foundation in 1991 to consider the ethical issues arising from developments in medicine and biology. OFSTED is a non-ministerial government department whose main aim is to help improve the quality and standards of education and childcare through independent inspection and regulation, and provide advice to the Secretary of State. OST: Office of Science and Technology leads for Government in supporting science, engineering and technology and their uses to benefit society and the economy. The Roslin Institute - one of the worlds leading centres for research on farm and other animals. It has internationally recognised programmes on molecular and quantitative genetics, genomics, early development, reproduction, animal behaviour and welfare and has pioneered methods for the genetic modification and cloning of farm animals. Rothamsted Research (formerly the Institute of Arable Crops Research) provides high quality scientific research relevant to plant-based agriculture with the objective of achieving improvements in rural and agricultural economies that are financially, environmentally and socially sustainable. Scottish Agricultural Science Agency works in areas including seed testing, crop certification, disease diagnosis, chemical analysis, surveys, training and other services. Scottish Crop Research Institute SCRI aims to increase knowledge in the basic biological sciences; to improve crop quality and utilisation by the application of conventional and molecular genetical techniques and novel agronomic practices; and to develop environmentally benign methods of protecting crops from depredations by pests, pathogens and weeds. UK Meteorological Office has web pages are designed to help teachers and pupils by extending their knowledge of weather and climate - in the UK and around the world. United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) seeks to provide leadership and encourage partnership in caring for the environment by inspiring, informing, and enabling nations and peoples to improve their quality of life without compromising that of future generations. UNESCO The main objective of UNESCO is to contribute to peace and security in the world by promoting collaboration among nations through education, science, culture and communication United States Department of Agriculture The USDA's mission is to enhance the quality of life for the American people by supporting production of agriculture: World Food Programme Set-up in 1963, WFP is the United Nations' frontline agency in the fight against global hunger. In 2001, WFP fed 77 million people in 82 countries, including most of the worlds refugees and internally displaced people. World Health Organization The WHO, the United Nations' specialized agency for health, was established on 7 April 1948. WHO's objective, as set out in its Constitution, is the attainment by all peoples of the highest possible level of health. Programmes of study in plant sciences. This link will take you to a detailed list of UK higher education institutions that offer programmes of study in plant sciences. Links to the homepage of each of the institutions are also available. The Botanical Society of America has a series of images available at images of the plant kingdom The Agricultural Research Service of the US Department of Agriculture have a large and varied site including a bank of images. ARKive
is the Noah's Ark for the Internet era - the world's centralised digital
library of films, photographs and sound recordings of species. Biodidac is a good collection of images (mainly line drawings) which can be useful for biology teachers. Introduction to Plant Tissues This teaching module is designed to provide an understanding of basic plant histology and contains a number of useful images Plant Science Image Database (PSID) is a collection of images of whole plants, images of parts of plants, of the insides of plants and of plants in their environment. The selection of images has been made to provide useful support to the teaching of plant science topics in the curricula, based on those used in the UK. For each image there is some accompanying text to help explain the context and particular features shown. A survey of the plant kingdom An excellent on-line guide to the classification of plants as well as Monera, Fungi and Protoctista. Useful reference material, rich in drawings and photographs, including teaching on classification and plant anatomy. The site also has links to others which contain useful articles and images and activities relating to the plant groups. McIntosh Apple Development Poster project. A range of school level activities based around a series of beautiful images of the development of the fruits of this apple variety. Activities related to plant growth and development, apple production, history etc., Photographic Atlas of Plant Anatomy Several thousand plant anatomy images we have taken for teaching and research are available on this with free access given to anyone interested. At the Virtual Cell, you can change the magnification and explore the cell at light and electron microscope magnifications. The University of Wisconsin image collection consists of over 2,000 high quality images for their plant science courses. Journal of Biological Education Times Higher Educational Supplement Biochem4schools is an 'umbrella site' containing links to other resources that fall within the field of biochemistry. Developed by The Biochemical Society, the website is part of their commitment to "promote the science of biochemistry" to the general public, and has been designed to assist teachers and students involved in science education at all levels. Biotopics This website is full of very useful materials both for teachers and for students. There are self assessment tests which reveal the answers as you work through them. There are summaries which assist the understanding of topics (ideal for revision). There are practical tips and a list of links to other sites. FT Exploring is a general science site for schools - its page of photosynthesis links is useful. FAO School Garden Website, designed by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations in collaboration with the World Food Program and other agencies, provides information for different users. Much useful information, including links to other biology sites can be found on the Society of Biology site. Information leaflets about career opportunities are also available, via student support and careers links. About This is an excellent site for information on many areas of science and IT. It is also a useful source of software. RM Internet for Learning. (Incorporating Living Alive, Living Library and Eduweb). You will find educational resources designed to help teachers and pupils get the best out of the internet. Some of the features include on line discussion forums, a projects notice board and a directory to UK school and college web sites. Parts of the site are password protected. At the DNA learning Centre you can view (or download) animated tutorials on PCR, DNA fingerprinting etc.. There is a fully animated tutorial on the basics of DNA, genes and heredity European Initiative for Biotechnology Education. Lab ideas and protocols. Mendel Web is a site centred on Mendel's original papers which are available in English translation (with annotations). Microbes.info This is a new site which aims to present an easy way in to resources and information to do with microbiology. A good place to start any microbiology investigation. National Centre for Biotechnology Education This is the site for the NCBE in Reading. They have large numbers of exciting ideas for practical classes and projects. Progress Educational Trust Information and debate on reproductive and genetic science ARKive
is the Noah's Ark for the Internet era - the world's centralised digital
library of films, photographs and sound recordings of species. The EuroBionet project site gives (amongst other things) details of the methods they use and the indicator species they grow to monitor aerial pollution Field Studies Council includes a section for schools and colleges which gives information on field courses and sites where courses relevant to KS3, GCSE and 16+ are available. Flora Locale a website providing information on the sources and uses of native flora for wildlife schemes. Global Partnership for Plant Conservation (GPPC). Over 180 countries backed the Global Strategy for Plant Conservation at the Convention on Biological Diversity in April 2002. This recognised that up to two thirds of the world's plant species could be threatened by the end of this century unless urgent steps are taken to safeguard tens of thousands of species. Plantlife Plantlife acts directly to stop common wild plants becoming rare in the wild, to rescue wild plants on the brink of extinction, and to protect sites of exceptional botanical importance. Woodland Trust The Woodland Trust is the UK's leading conservation charity dedicated to the protection of our native woodland heritage. Includes an Ancient Tree Forum. Botanical Society for the British Isles The BSBI is the major source of information on the status and distribution of British and Irish flowering plants and ferns. A survey of the plant kingdom An excellent on-line guide to the classification of plants as well as Monera, Fungi and Protoctista. Useful reference material, rich in drawings and photographs, including teaching on classification and plant anatomy. The site also has links to others which contain useful articles and images and activities relating to the plant groups. Plant Biographies is a website devoted to interesting facts about plants including all the names by which a particular plant is known. It is a huge and authoritative collection of plant names and filled with amazing facts gleaned from over 800 references. Wild Flower Society The Wild Flower Society is the only national society created specifically for amateur botanists/wild flower lovers in the UK. Find Wildflowers Online A site developed by Quentin Groom that is intended to help you identify examples of British flora by using a computer-based searching system. The Charms of Duckweed All about duckweeds (Lemna sp), their botany, physiology and usefulness, with a section on experiments for schools and tips on how best to grow them. There is a small site dedicated to Using Elodea in scientific investigations. The author has collected together a wealth of information relevant to school investigations. International Fertilizer Industry Association has some useful articles and information about the need and use of fertilisers, and crop protection. Micronutrients and Agriculture. Plant Breeding Strategies for Improving Human Mineral and Vitamin Nutrition. Scroll down through to find abstracts of the articles in this newsletter. Useful information on iron, zinc, selenium and other essential minerals. Plants under Stress The effects of Drought, Salinity, Heat, Cold, Mineral deficiency, Mineral toxicity on plants. Includes over 100 pictures of plants suffering from mineral deficiencies. Plants in Motion Over 30 Quicktime movie clips of plants in relation to Germination, Photomorphogenesis, Tropisms, Nastic Movements, Circadian Responses, General Growth, Flowers and Cellular Responses. Tips on time lapse photography, "Plants in Holywood" etc. With guided discovery, there is enough here to keep a class interested for a very long time! An exhibition called "Slowlife" has its own website of clips and music! The Seed Site: webpages about seeds - collecting seeds, storing seeds, sowing seeds, germinating seeds and exchanging seeds, with pictures of seeds, seedpods and seedlings. Vegetarian Times Information about vegetarianism and nutritional values of various foods. Addresses of other societies and information available. Wisconsin Fast Plants Programme Lots of information and ideas for projects with fast plants. There is a useful Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) List which may well cover the information that you need about fast plants. You can also find out how fast plants behave in space. Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) is the leading funding agency for academic research and training in the biosciences at universities and institutes throughout the UK. The Institute of Biological, Environmental and Rural Sciences (IBERS) areas of research include plant, animal and microbial genomics, cell biology and physiology, plant and animal genetics and breeding, animal reproduction, agriculture, parasitology, ecology, social sciences and evolutionary processes. Institute of Food Research IFR is the UKs only integrated basic science provider focused on food, and is publicly funded to carry out independent basic and strategic research in food safety, nutrition and food materials science. Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research is now part of The Institute of Biological, Environmental and Rural Sciences (IBERS). The John Innes Centre JIC is Europe's premier independent centre for research and training in plant and microbial science. On this website you will find a detailed description of JIC's science, its organisation and funding, details of its scientific and "science in society" events and activities. The Centre for Novel Agricultural Products is a research centre based in the Department of Biology at the University of York. CNAP specialises in gene discovery with plant- and microbial-based applications, using biology to benefit society and to provide a sustainable future. The Roslin Institute - one of the world's leading centres for research on farm and other animals. It has internationally recognised programmes on molecular and quantitative genetics, genomics, early development, reproduction, animal behaviour and welfare and has pioneered methods for the genetic modification and cloning of farm animals. Rothamsted Research (formerly the Institute of Arable Crops Research) provides high quality scientific research relevant to plant-based agriculture with the objective of achieving improvements in rural and agricultural economies that are financially, environmentally and socially sustainable. Scottish Agricultural Science Agency works in areas including seed testing, crop certification, disease diagnosis, chemical analysis, surveys, training and other services. Scottish Crop Research Institute SCRI aims to increase knowledge in the basic biological sciences; to improve crop quality and utilisation by the application of conventional and molecular genetical techniques and novel agronomic practices; and to develop environmentally benign methods of protecting crops from depredations by pests, pathogens and weeds. The Wellcome Trust is an independent research-funding charity that aims to improve human and animal health. National Centre for Biotechnology Education This is the site for the NCBE in Reading. They have large numbers of exciting ideas for practical classes and projects. Scottish Agricultural Science Agency American Society of Plant Biologists A number of useful topics here, including "How to make a great poster". Association for Science Education The ASE is the professional association for teachers of science. It was formed in 1963 by the merger of the Science Master's Association and the Association of Women Science Teachers. The Association of Tutors in Science Education links together those involved in Teacher Education in the Sciences across the Uk. Members include tutors in Education Departments of Universities and Colleges and mentors in schools, as well as education advisors and consultants who have a common interest in Science Education and the Education and Professional development of science teachers. Biochemical Society Activities of the Society include: (i) providing information and advice to government, the media and the general public (ii) promoting careers in the cellular and molecular life sciences and (iii) promoting engagement between scientists and the general public. Botanical Society of America. This society also hosts a comprehensive collection of images of the plant kingdom. Botanical Society for the British Isles The BSBI is the major source of information on the status and distribution of British and Irish flowering plants and ferns. The British Science Association is an organisation involved in the communication and appreciation of science. British Ecological Society The BES is an active and thriving organisation with something to offer anyone with an interest in ecology. Academic journals, teaching resources, meetings for scientists and policy makers, career advice and grants for ecologists are just a few of the Society's areas of activity. The British Lichen Society was formed in 1958 to stimulate and advance interest in all branches of lichenology. British Mycological Society The BMS was founded in 1896 with the sole objective of promoting mycology in all its aspects. British Society for Immunology seeks to advance the science of immunology through the publications, the organisation of scientific meetings and its work with schools and the public. The Linnean Society The Society's role remains as that outlined in its first charter, 200 years ago, as: "The cultivation of the Science of Natural History in all its branches". National Academy of Sciences (USA) is a private, non-profit, society of scholars engaged in scientific and engineering research, dedicated to the furtherance of science and technology and to their use for the general welfare. The Royal Society seeks to represent the interests of top quality science and technology in its interactions with government, the public and the media. The Society is taking an increasingly prominent position in furthering the role of science, engineering and technology in society by facilitating dialogue between scientists and non-scientists. Royal Society of Edinburgh is a wholly-independent body governed by a Council elected from amongst its 1200-strong Fellowship. The Society of Biology is a single unified voice for biology: advising Government and influencing policy; advancing education and professional development; supporting our members, and engaging and encouraging public interest in the life sciences. The Society has been created by the unification of the Biosciences Federation and the Institute of Biology, and is building on the heritage and reputation of these two organisations to champion the study and development of biology, and provide expert guidance and opinion. Society for General Microbiology SGM has been established for over 50 years, promoting and supporting the art, science and significance of microbiology and associated subjects worldwide. The Wild Flower Society is the only national society created specifically for amateur botanists/wild flower lovers in the UK.
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