Cellular Destinies Slides
Slides on cellular differentiation and stem cells, exploring how identical genotypes result in diverse phenotypes. It covers potency levels (totipotent, pluripotent, multipotent), iPSCs, and master regulator genes like MyoD.
Cellular Lineage Map Activity
A lineage mapping activity for stem cell differentiation. Students track the development of blood cells, analyze Waddington's epigenetic landscape metaphor, and explain the molecular changes during specialization.
Ethics Discussion Cards
A structured discussion guide for examining the ethics of stem cell research, comparing iPSCs and ESCs. It provides four focused prompts on identity, designer genetics, medical equity, and the biology of aging.