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Eric Kessler wrote a new post, Drosophila Rambling 3 months, 2 weeks ago
Another means of collecting female virgin fruit fliesI don’t know about you, but I have been interested in genetics ever since I understood the implications of Alfred Sturtevant’s all nighter when he […]
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Eric Kessler commented on the blog post Synthetic Biology Competition for High Schools 6 months, 3 weeks ago
I will have students competing in this year’s HS iGEM competition (I was an observer at last summer’s event in Indianapolis). If anyone wants to discuss this more feel free to contact me. I have been planning a new post about synthetic biology… In fact, today my students began their exploration into synthetic biology by [...]
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Eric Kessler wrote a new blog post: Do Gene Patents Kill? 7 months, 2 weeks ago
The Controversy Surrounding DNA Patenting Thursday, October 13 6:00 pm UMKC Law School Thompson Courtroom Patent Attorney Dan Ravicher faces off against Hans Sauer, representative for the biotech industry, in what promises to be a lively debate about the future of gene patenting. For more details on the controversy and debate participants, [Read more] -
Eric Kessler commented on the blog post Student Question 7 months, 3 weeks ago
Would the student be up for reading more than a few pages on a website? If so, I would suggest particular books instead of websites. There are some fine websites out there but nothing like a good book… I might begin with E.O Wilson’s – The Diversity of Life, but might also suggest Aldo Leopold, [...]
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Eric Kessler wrote a new blog post: The Science of Food 7 months, 4 weeks ago
Spencer Award High School Symposium Saturday, October 1 9:00 am – 12:00 noon UMKC Spencer Chemistry Builiding 51st Street between Rockhill & Troost Kansas City, MO 64110 Room 213 free parking in the Lot East of the Spencer Chemistry Building Pizza and Drinks will be served. Email your plan of attendance with an estimate of the number of…[Read more] -
Eric Kessler commented on the blog post KABT Fall Meeting Konza Prairie 8 months, 1 week ago
Wonderful clouds! Thanks for posting Harry!
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Eric Kessler wrote a new blog post: KHS Fall Field Trip to Jewell County 8 months, 1 week ago
September 17-18 I should have posted a few weeks back on this opportunity but it came upon me a bit quick this year. Usually the trip is held in early to mid-October. Did you have anything to do with this change, Stan? jk Well, since I missed seeing you all at the KABT meeting yesterday, I [...] -
Eric Kessler commented on the blog post KABT Fall Conference 2011 8 months, 1 week ago
Thanks for sharing Michael! Now I feel even worse that I couldn’t make it out. I saw a number of old timers as well as some brand new faces. How many people were there? I even saw evidence that Josie shared my post yesterday on Becoming a KABT Blogger…
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Eric Kessler commented on the blog post Become a KABT Blogger! 8 months, 1 week ago
As I posted this, I realized that I didn’t mention how to add documents (which I just had to do for this post). I will edit the document soon and repost.
Sorry that I couldn’t make it to Manhattan today too : ( !
Now, off to ferry the kids around!
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Eric Kessler wrote a new blog post: Become a KABT Blogger! 8 months, 1 week ago
I have created a document on HOW TO CREATE AND PUBLISH A BLOG POST on the KABT website for teaching those needing a little guidance. I hope it helps. If you have any questions, etc… please feel free to contact me. I’d be glad to offer advice and encouragement.
Happy Blogging!
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Eric Kessler commented on the blog post Planet Of Viruses 8 months, 2 weeks ago
Here is a link to the PLOS review of the book:
http://www.plosbiology.org/article/info:doi/10.1371/journal.pbio.1001139
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Eric Kessler wrote a new blog post: Better Angels of our Nature 8 months, 2 weeks ago
Steven Pinker to Speak at Linda Hall Library Linda Hall Libary 5109 Cherry Street, Kansas City, Missouri October 12, 2011 7:00 pm Lectures are free and open to the public; however, seating is limited and tickets are required. Complete the online form , email or call (816) 926-8772 with your name, address, phone number, and the number of…[Read more] -
Eric Kessler wrote a new blog post: Dr. Cynthia Kenyon to Speak in Lawrence 8 months, 2 weeks ago
Higuchi Memorial Lecture KU School of Pharmacy, room 2020 Thursday, October 6th 5:30 pm In 1993, Cynthia Kenyon and colleagues’ discovery that a single-gene mutation could double the lifespan of the tiny roundworm C. elegans sparked an intensive study of the molecular biology of aging. Aging had long been assumed to be a passive consequence of…[Read more] -
Eric Kessler wrote a new blog post: School of Ants: Another Citizens Science Project 8 months, 2 weeks ago
http://schoolofants.org/ The School of Ants project is a citizen-scientist driven study of the ants that live in urban areas, particularly around homes and schools. Collection kits are available to anyone interested in participating. Teachers, students, parents, kids, junior-scientists, senior citizens and enthusiasts of all stripes are involved…[Read more] -
Eric Kessler wrote a new blog post: KS Genetics Standards are Adequate 8 months, 2 weeks ago
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Eric Kessler commented on the blog post AP Video Journal 9 months ago
Although I haven’t done it, I think you can upload videos straight to the KABT site. Otherwise, I have seen a few embedded Vimeo videos on sites. I don’t know anything more than that since I don’t have a Vimeo account…
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Eric Kessler commented on the blog post AlloSpec 10 months, 2 weeks ago
Is there a way to collect data from the window besides from the graph to the right?
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Eric Kessler commented on the blog post AlloSpec 10 months, 2 weeks ago
Okay, for those less adventerous without some more instruction, here is what you need to do: 1) Click his NetLogo link and download the software that is appropriate to your machine’s operating system, and run the installation wizard. 2) Click on his code link and download it as well. 3) Then, watch the YouTube video [...]
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Eric Kessler commented on the blog post AlloSpec 10 months, 2 weeks ago
I have finally had time to begin to look at this. I have watched the YouTube video. Pretty intriguing! As I explore more, I will post more comments.
Thanks for sharing Michael!
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