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This video showcases the work of mathematician-turned-biologist Corina Tarnita, who uses quantitative approaches to understand the role of termite mounds in the savanna ecosystem.

This video provides an overview of the types of genes that, when mutated, can lead to the development of cancer.

This film tells the story of the scientists and the evidence involved in one of the most important scientific quests of the 20th century: the discovery of the structure of DNA.

This film explores how gene duplications and mutations have led to remarkable physiological adaptations in Antarctic fish.

This animation shows how a mutation that allows adult humans to digest milk can be lost or spread under different circumstances.

This animation shows how quickly an advantageous mutation can spread through a mouse population over multiple generations.

This animation explores the genetic causes and biological effects of sickle cell disease.

This animation shows how mutations can arise when DNA is damaged.

This animation shows how a genetically modified virus can be used to destroy cancer cells.

This animation shows how mistakes made during DNA replication are repaired by the cell.