Bio Blueprint SlidesBIO BLUEPRINT Intro to Biotechnology & The Human Genome Session_01 // Genomic_Foundation Use with Student Worksheet & Guided Notes What Connects These? DNA Fingerprinting Solving crimes with genetic evidence. GMO Crops Engineering pest-resistant food. Ancestry Tests Tracing heritage through markers. Cloning Creating identical genetic copies. Key Concept Biotechnology The use of living organisms or biological processes to develop tools and products to improve human life. Human Genome Project 1990 - 2003 The Goal Map and sequence the entire human genome (3 billion letters). The Result Identified over 20,000+ genes and paved the way for medicine. The Impact Changed how we treat cancer, rare diseases, and evolution. Laboratory Tool #1 PCR Polymerase Chain Reaction A technique used to amplify or make millions of copies of a specific DNA segment. 1 Start with a tiny sample. 2 End with a huge amount to study. The DNA "Photocopy Machine" Gel Electrophoresis Technique used to separate DNA fragments by size using an electric current. Smaller fragments move faster. Larger fragments move slower. NEGATIVE (-) POSITIVE (+) Ethical Questions Just because we can, should we? Privacy Who owns your genetic data? Insurance companies? Employers? You? Modification Should we edit the human germline? Designer babies? Species control?
Bio Blueprint WorksheetBio Blueprint Student Guide Session 01: Intro to Biotechnology & Human Genome NAME: ____________________ DATE: ____________________ Bellringer 1. What is DNA? 2. How can science use it? Engage DNA Fingerprinting, Cloning, and GMO crops. What is the common link? Look for patterns in your teacher's images. Guided Notes: Defining Bio-Tech Biotechnology is defined as the use of organisms or biological processes to develop tools and products. The Human Genome Project (HGP) was an international effort to map and the complete human DNA. Guided Notes: Laboratory Tools PCR (Copying DNA) Used when scientists have a amount of DNA and need . 1. HEAT (Denature) 2. COOL (Anneal) 3. EXTEND (Build) Gel Electrophoresis DNA is charged, so it moves toward the positive end. Short pieces move . Guided Practice: Match-Up 1. PCR 2. Genome 3. Biotechnology A. Using living organisms or biological processes to develop tools and technology. B. A laboratory technique used to copy and amplify specific DNA fragments. C. The complete set of genetic material (DNA) present in an organism. Independent Practice: Bio Timeline Place in order: DNA Discovery // HGP Completion // First GMO crop // Mammal Cloning 1950s 1980s/90s 1996 2003 Demonstration of Learning Biotechnology can help society by... One ethical concern about genetic engineering is... Exit Ticket 1. NAME ONE BIOTECHNOLOGY TOOL: 2. EXPLAIN ONE USE OF DNA TECH: Bio Blueprint // Introductory Series // Version 1.2
Bio Blueprint Teacher GuideBio Blueprint Teacher Guide Instructional Pacing & Complete Answer Key SESSION_01 Objective Students will explain biotechnology and identify how the Human Genome Project changed medicine and society. Pacing Bellringer 05 min Engage / Hooks 05 min Direct Instruction 10 min Guided Practice 10 min Independent Work 15 min Reflection / DOL 10 min Materials Bio Blueprint Slides, Bio Blueprint Worksheet, Projector. Answer Key Guided Notes 1. Living organisms. 2. Map and sequence DNA. 3. PCR: small amount -> more copies. 4. Gel: negatively charged. Short = faster. Vocabulary Match-Up 1. PCR B (Technique to copy DNA) 2. Genome C (Complete set of DNA) 3. Biotech A (Using living things for tools) Timeline Sequence 1. Discovery of DNA Structure (1950s) 2. Creation of first GMO crop (1980s) 3. First cloning of a mammal (1996) 4. Human Genome Project Completion (2003) DOL Examples "Biotechnology can help society by developing precision treatments for cancer based on DNA." "Ethical concern: Genetic modification could lead to 'designer babies' and inequality." © 2026 BIO BLUEPRINT CURRICULUM // TEACHER_RESOURCE_KEY
Bio Blueprint Answer KeyBio Blueprint Answer Key Session 01: Intro to Biotechnology & Human Genome TEACHER_USE_ONLY Bellringer 1. What is DNA? Deoxyribonucleic acid; the genetic instructions carrying hereditary information for development and function. 2. Use? Identifying diseases, solving crimes via forensics, creating new vaccines, or tracing ancestry. Engage Common link: All represent real-world applications of biotechnology where we read, edit, or copy DNA to solve human problems. Guided Notes Key Biotechnology is the use of living organisms or biological processes to develop technology. Human Genome Project (HGP) was an effort to map and sequence human DNA. PCR: Used when scientists have a small amount of DNA and need more copies. Gel: DNA is negatively charged. Short pieces move faster. Match-Up Answers 1. PCR B A laboratory technique used to copy and amplify DNA fragments. 2. Genome C The complete set of genetic material (DNA) present in an organism. 3. Biotech A Using living organisms or biological processes to develop technology. Timeline Key 1950s Discovery of DNA Structure (Watson & Crick) 1980s/90s First GMO crops developed (e.g. Tomato) 1996 First Mammal Cloned (Dolly the Sheep) 2003 Human Genome Project Completed Exit Ticket Key Tool Examples: PCR, Gel Electrophoresis, Gene Sequencer, CRISPR. Use Examples: Ancestry mapping, Forensics, Medical screening, Agriculture. Bio Blueprint // Teacher Key // Session 01
