DNA Obsession Activities Home Page
Discovering the secrets of DNA became the obsession of many research scientists in middle of the 20th century. Understanding the structure of DNA was like a key that would unlock a treasure chest of knowledge about the diversity of plant and animal life.
This site will help you Investigate the scientific endeavors associated with the discovery of the double helix structure of DNA to develop an appreciation of the scientific process, science careers, and the role of collaboration and conflict in advancing human knowledge. Discover what personality traits you may have that might benefit you if you decide to seek a career as a scientist.	How to use this web site: Read the directions. Resources are in the menu to the left, refer to them as needed or begin by reviewing all the resources. Learning activities are listed along the top of each page in numerical order. Plan 15-30 minutes for each one. Enable pop-ups for this site. Best viewed in Internet Explorer 6 or higher. Requires the Shockwave “Flash” plug-in. Requires an audio player such as Real or Windows Media Player.