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KS3 Science - History of DNA: Welcome

Resources on the history of DNA, compiled by your Librarians.

Welcome

Welcome!

In this Libguide we will take a few steps back in time and learn about the discovery of the DNA model, the pioneers in this field, their contributions, and where we go from here.....

Curious Questions

James Watson on TED talks

Traits

Why is Anne blushing?

Click on image to find out why....

Discovery of the DNA structure

It has been called the biggest discovery of all time. But it wasn't just stumbled upon - it was a race. 

Specifically, it was a race between two teams of young scientists working in Britain, as well as the esteemed chemist Linus Pauling, based in California. Read more from link below...