The Biology Corner

When students think about fishing, they often imagine catching the biggest bass or the most colorful trout. But for wildlife biologists, identifying a fish correctly is an important part of conservation. This Fish Identification activity gives students the opportunity to practice classification skills while exploring how scientists and conservation agencies protect native spe...

Inspired by the ongoing 2026 Cyclospora outbreaks linked to contaminated fresh produce. Foodborne illnesses often make headlines, but students rarely get the opportunity to explore the biology behind these outbreaks. This Cyclospora Case Study uses a current food safety event to help students connect microbiology, anatomy, physiology, and public health through the story of a ...

One of the biggest challenges when teaching anatomy is helping students move beyond memorizing lists of organs and instead understand that every body system works together to keep us alive. Students may know that the lungs belong to the respiratory system or that the kidneys are part of the urinary system, but they often struggle […]

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One of the best ways to help students understand anatomy is to connect body systems to real people. This Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) Case Study introduces students to a teenage girl whose unusual flexibility turns out to be more than a talent. EDS is the result of a connective tissue disorder that affects the entire body. […]

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Help students explore the fascinating biology behind pain with this engaging case study on thermoreceptors, nociceptors, and homeostasis. Students follow the story of a teenage athlete who trains in both scorching summer heat and freezing winter. Readers will investigate why extreme temperatures trigger pain and how the nervous system protects the body from injury. The […]