What If? A world without code -- DNA

James Watson and Francis Crick, the co-discoverers of the DNA double helix, changed the world forever when they unveiled their now familiar molecular model 50 years ago. Utilizing the data from previous biological research, Watson and Crick conceived a beautiful structure that explained how living things grow. Renowned geneticists and researchers discuss the significance of the double helix and pay tribute to its inventors, as well as ponder where we might be without this fundamental research.

All 50 Secrets of the Sequence videos have an accompanying classroom-tested lesson that encourages students to further explore the video topics. Each lesson includes background information, state and national science standards, discussion questions and answers, teacher notes and an activity that will ensure a hands-on, "minds-on" experience. To see lessons for this series, visit http://www.pubinfo.vcu.edu/secretsofthesequence/.

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[787310]

lol trolls below ._.

[CapCakeOfADeadGal]

I would just love to say in a panic... I HAVE NO IDEA WHAT THERE SAYING AND I HAVE A REPORT TO DO WHICH IS DUE THE 17TH OF DECEMBER SOMEONE PLEASE HELP!!!!

[etmax1]

@ActiveStorage It contains other information too, but it's considered junk. That is until they discover what the junk is for :-)

[loweyesguy831]

note to self 7:47-8:24

lutoker world come get some

[ActiveStorage]

DNA only contains specific information about proteins or amino acids that are required for the cell's proper functioning

[Jenfucius]

Indeed!

One day we would be able to replace nearly any organ in the body due to genetic engineering science & nantotechnology. Non of it would come about without the help of the discovery of DNA, microchips (Human Genome Project), electron microscope etc.

[jarvik2000]

Nice video, very educational. Is one of the greatest discovery of all time and is amazing how was done, thanks to lots of people like Miescher, Griffith, Avery, Hershey & Chase, Rosalind Franklin, Linus Pauling, James Watson, Francis Crick etc etc...

[GALARYNA]

Magnific!

I Loved it!!!!

Thank you for this video.