DNA from the beginning (2005 updated [ed.])

This set of three CD-ROMs is a multimedia primer on the basics of DNA, genes and heredity.

The content is built on a progressive series of important but simply stated concepts such as "children resemble their parents".

An understanding of the concept is then conveyed in clear, understandable terms with the aid of links to animations, photographs, video clips and biographies or interviews featuring key scientists.

A wealth of other information and links to web resources are included.

Problems and their solutions are included to allow teaching through self-examination.Based on the award-winning website, this CD-ROM set provides over 72 hours of study time.

It runs on Macintosh computers and PCs and gives immediate access to all the online content without the need for network connections.

It should be a useful teaching tool for high school students and should also be of interest to adults with a non-technical background who wish to learn more about the impact that DNA science is having on our lives.