Lyme Disease : Examine the cause, spread and effect of this disease

Science Objectives	Image Processing skills:
Compare the different stages in tick's life cycle	Move between stacked images
Examine the spirochete responsible for the disease.	Set image scales
Compare LM and SEM views of the deer tick	Measure length and width

 

Gel Analysis : Gel Analysis is an introductory biotechnology exercise.

Science Objectives	Image Processing skills:
Qualitative interpretation of gels	How to photograph gels
Compare experimental separations with controls	Enhance and calibrate images
Methods for quantitative analysis	Measure length and width

 

Gel Electrophoresis : Series of lessons on the techniques and concepts of gele electrophoresis.

Science Objectives	Image Processing skills:
Students describe DNA fragment separation	Move between stacked images
Relate distance traveled to the size of DNA fragments	Enhance and calibrate images
Acquaints students with the processes and procedures of gel electrophoresis

 

BUGS: This exercise compares different insects and introduces image calibration and measurement

Science Objectives:	Image Processing skills
Comparison between a Rhinoceros and a Longhorned beetle	Set image scales
Go to WEB sites offering additional information	Measure length

 

Butterfly : A measuring exercise + a little background on butterflies

Science Objectives	Image Processing skills:
Learn a little bit about butterflies.	Move between stacked images
Comparison with other insects - including moths.	Set image scales, measure length and calculate percentages

 

Animal Hands : Students use image processing to examine x-rays

Science Objectives	Image Processing skills:
Understand relationship between structure and function	Converting file formats
Compare homologous structures across species	Manipulating brightness, contrast and color tables

 

Last updated:November 6, 2002

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