Sweet Genes -- A Very Sweet Protein

There's a new sugar in town -- 200 times sweeter than its predecessor. Thanks to genetic research, scientists have found a way to synthesize berries of the West African Brazzein plant, and manipulate its protein.

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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[mattb521]

Awesome video