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    BioNumbers-the database of key numbers in molecular and cell biology
    BioNumbers is a database of key numbers in molecular and cell biology—the quantitative properties of biological systems of interest to computational, systems and molecular cell biologists

    Keywords: dataResources @ BioNumbersNumbersestimationdatabaseResources @ QUBES - Teaching & Reference

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    Seed Dispersal, Mutualisms, and Communities
    In this activity, students use data from published studies to understand patterns of seed dispersal and apply these ideas to understanding the evolution of mutualisms, and how mutualistic...

    Keywords: mutualismsecologyResources @ HHMI - BioInteractivecommunityplantsdiversityScientific Processlarge lecture

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    A Growing Concern: Sustaining Soil Resources through Local Decision Making
    This module addresses this need by providing students the opportunity to examine the differences between intensively managed agricultural landscapes (e.g. grazelands, conventional tillage) and...

    Keywords: sustainabilityenvironmental sciencegeologysoil scienceResources @ InTeGrate

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    A New Hub for QUBES based on the HUBzero Platform
    Presentation on QUBES and Hubzero given at the Seventh International Symposium on Biomathematics and Ecology: Education and Research 2014, Claremont, CA

    Keywords: QUBESHubZeroCMS

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    Bates College DCS 105 Calling Bull: Data Literacy and Information Science Course Slides
    Slides that accompany the Course DCS 105 Calling Bull: Data Literacy and Information Science from Bates College

    Keywords: datamisinformationslidesCalling BullshitBates CollegeCourse Material

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    Maria vs Malaria - AR Adaptation
    This case study focuses on a specific enzyme Lactate Dehydrogenase (LDH) in the malarial parasite as a target for treating malaria. Students will be able to view selected molecular views from the...

    Keywords: bioinformaticsAugmented RealityLarge class sizemolecular visualizationstructure-functionuniprotProtein Data BankMolecular Case StudyMolecular CaseNet

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    Cellular Respiration and pH: blocking the electron transport chain and its effects on the proton gradient, pH, and ATP production
    This module contains exercises designed to help students describe the stages of cellular respiration and quantify the energy molecules produced. Students will predict the region of higher proton...

    Keywords: introductory biologyQuantitative reasoningquantitative biologyinterdisciplarycell functionInterpreting GraphsATPpHCellular RespirationEnergy transformationsElectron flowNIQBC2. Data and GraphsC4. mathematical modelsC1. Numeracyproton gradientelectron transportelectron transport blockersFADH2chemiosmosisATP synthaseNADHproton concentration

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    Building Biodiversity Datasets for Invasive Species
    A module guiding students through the process of mapping biodiversity data and building a biodiversity dataset to study the spread and impacts of the invasive aquatic plant species, European...

    Keywords: Management Of Datanatural historyField researchconservation ecologyAquatic invasive speciesbiodiversity informatics

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    ImmunoReach: Incorporating Immunology into the Curriculum to Promote Interdisciplinary Science Education (RCN-UBE Introduction)
    This is an interdisciplinary faculty community of practice, that connects immunology educators with faculty in other biology disciplines, with an intention to increase access to concept-focused...

    Keywords: RCN-UBE Introduction

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    SARS-CoV-2: Understanding, Applying and Communicating Science
    The ability to integrate process of science training with necessary skills in applying and communicating core theories in biological science and biology quantification, has been brought into focus...

    Keywords: process of science#COVID19 #SARSCOV2 #SciComm #studentdiscovery

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    Overview of the Genomics Education Partnership
    Poster exhibited at the National Association of Biology Teachers (NABT) 2022 conference providing an overview of the Genomics Education Partnership including its benefits to faculty, students, and...

    Keywords: course-based undergraduate research experienceGenomics Education PartnershipNABT 2022

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    SARS-CoV-2: Understanding, Applying and Communicating Science
    The ability to integrate process of science training with necessary skills in applying and communicating core theories in biological science and biology quantification, has been brought into focus...

    Keywords: #COVID19 #SARSCOV2 #SciComm #studentdiscovery

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    Studying phylogeny by producing phylogenetic trees of primates using morphological and molecular characteristics.
    An assignment constructing phylogenetic trees using shared, derived morphological traits and molecular differences among 18 primate species and two outlier species has been developed. Skull and...
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    QB@CC: An interdisciplinary network model for developing and disseminating OER to support pedagogical change
    Presentation given at the Northeast OER Summer 2022 We describe the interdisciplinary network that has been developing and sharing quantitative skills-based OER in biological sciences. The...

    Keywords: Resources @ BioQUESTqbccNortheast OER Summit

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    6-026-IsleRoyaleModeling-ModelingScenario
    The primary aim of this project is to draw a connection between differential equations and vector calculus, using population ecology modeling as a vehicle.

    Keywords: ecologyoptimizationpredator-preypopulationvector calculusLagrange multipliersleast squaresIslel Royale

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    Undergraduate Research and Microbiology Science Community (µRAMS) lighning talk BIOME Institute 2021
    The uRAMS (undergraduate Research and Microbiology Science community) was created by faculty and researchers at Colorado State University as part of our engagement with the 2021 BIOME Institute....

    Keywords: undergraduate researchcritical readingMicrobiology Educationundergraduate educationquantitative skillsScience Communicationdei

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    Best Practices and Recommendations for Designing Activities for Highlighting Diverse Scientists Through Quantitative Skill Development
    Poster on best practices to guide the design of quantitative skill-based learning activities that help create an inclusive environment. Presented at the 2021 BIOME Institute.

    Keywords: quantitative skillsinclusive learning designscientist spotlights2021 BIOMEscientific worldviews

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    Multiple choice quiz questions for biostatistics
    A set of 157 multiple choice quiz questions for biostatistics courses, organized and searchable by 18 concepts/skills.

    Keywords: quizbiostatistics - general

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    Exploring Phage Immunity Systems with a Scientific Reading and Communication Activity
    This jigsaw assignment is designed to increase students’ understanding of phage immunity systems, through reading primary literature and communicating key aspects.
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    Introduction to Data Management and Metadata using NEON aquatic macroinvertebrate data
    This lesson focuses on understanding metadata, the data about the data, using aquatic macroinvertebrate abundance and species information from a variety of NEON sampling locations.

    Keywords: data managementSpreadsheetmetadata

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