Biology Projects
Research a Genetic Disease
Summary:
A genetic disease is any disease that is caused by an abnormality in an individual's genome, the person's entire genetic makeup. The abnormality can range from minuscule to major -- from a discrete mutation in a single base in the DNA of a single gene to a gross chromosome abnormality involving the addition or subtraction of an entire chromosome or set of chromosomes. Some genetic disorders are inherited from the parents, while other genetic diseases are caused by acquired changes or mutations in a preexisting gene or group of genes. Mutations can occur either randomly or due to some environmental exposure. You met Sam Berns who had the genetic disease Progeria. Other genetic diseases include; Down's Syndrome, Adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD), Hunter Syndrome, Turner Syndrome and there are many more. Select a genetic disease of your choice and report on it.
Project Timing:
This project should take the average student 2-3 hours to complete.
Materials:
- Computer and internet access
- Power Point or a web based presentation tool such as Google Slides or Prezzie.
Criteria
Create an electronic presentation that includes the following information about the genetic disease:
- Signs and Symptoms
- Causes
- Diagnosis
- Treatment
- Prognosis
Project Submission:
Once you have completed your project, upload it to the Biology project drop box.