http://www-micro.msb.le.ac.uk/3035/default.html

Hosted by the University of Leicester, this website provides students with a variety of helpful information regarding virology. The site offers online notes addressing a range of topics including Bacteriophages, Plant Viruses, Pathogenesis of AIDS, and Virus Structure-to name a few. Students will also find descriptions of DNA and RNA viruses such as Adenoviruses, Poxviruses, Retroviruses, Togaviruses, and more. The website employs colorful diagrams and illustrations to support textual information. The content of the site will likely be most useful to college-aged and advanced high school students. This site also links to notes regarding microbiology; infection and immunity; and math and computers for biologists. [NL]

http://www.crocsrule.org/

This website from the Learning Technologies Department at the Science Museum of Minnesota treats visitors to a glimpse of what our world looked like 60 million years ago. The site offers students a variety of interesting learning formats including a paleontologist's journal with information about plants and animals that inhabited the earth 60 million years ago; an interactive, animated fossil digging adventure; downloadable diorama cut-out sheets; and more. For teachers, the site provides activity ideas, related links, and Minnesota standards for grades five through eight. Finally, site visitors can learn about an important animal and plant fossil site in western North Dakota. Note: The Science Museum of Minnesota offers versions of this website to those with both slow and fast connections. [NL]

http://www.acaai.org/public/

The American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is a professional association composed of close to 5,000 immunologists and allergists "dedicated to improving the quality of patient care in allergy and immunology through research, advocacy and professional and public education." In alignment with its educational goals, ACAAI offers a variety of online information about allergies and asthma for the general public. For example, this website offers concise information pages about numerous topics relating to allergies and asthma such as Pregnancy and Asthma, Dust Mites, Hives, Food Allergies, and Asthma Control Guidelines. ACAAI also offers advice about when one should consult an allergist and provides an online Allergist Locator service, and a nationwide allergist telephone referral service. Other useful site offerings include health care-related information, frequently asked questions, interactive quizzes, and a glossary. [NL]

http://www.urbanext.uiuc.edu/worms/index.html

From the University of Illinois Extension Schools Online Program, this kid-friendly website introduces third- through fifth-grade students to the world of worms (first mentioned in the September 9, 2002 NSDL Scout Report for the Life Sciences). The site addresses a nice blend of worm topics including history, taxonomy, and anatomy. Student visitors will enjoy a number of interactive, online worm activities as well. The website also contains a section about making and managing a worm bin. For teachers, the site provides Illinois Statewide Goals and Objectives, additional tips for keeping a worm bin in the classroom, and several suggested links. This site is available in both Spanish and English. [NL]

http://www.ceeonline.org/

The Center for Environmental Education (CEE) was founded as a clearinghouse for educational resources by Jayni and Chevy Chase in 1989. Almost a decade later, the Center moved to Antioch New England Graduate School, a stronghold for environmental education; and more recently CEE developed this website to assist environmental educators around the globe. The heart of the site is an extensive curriculum library that contains annotated links to resources under a broad range of environmental categories including Biodiversity, Food, Waste, Population, and more. The site also offers an online newsletter covering a variety of pertinent topics for environmental educators (updated weekly), a special section regarding green schools, and a Hot Topics section. [NL]

http://www.forestandbird.org.nz/bestfishguide/index.asp

From the Royal Forest and Bird Protection Society of New Zealand, this website contains a guide to ecologically conscious fish consumption. This informative "guide profiles New Zealand's 62 commercial marine fisheries and species, and advises consumers on the best choices according to the ecological ranking of each fishery. Each profile takes into account the state of fish stocks, bycatch, damage done to marine habitats and other ecological effects of the fishing." The full guide (published June 2004) is available in two downloadable reports: the first is an 84-page document providing a summary of the ecological rankings; and the second is a 42-page document addressing the criteria for ecological rankings. In addition, site visitors can view online summary information by fish species; and a download a wallet card guide as well. For the epicure, the site also shares recipes for the guide's top twelve seafood choices. [NL]

http://www2.ucsc.edu/scpbrg/Student/learningweb.htm

This educational website about raptors was developed by the Santa Cruz Predatory Bird Research Group (SCPBRG), located at the University of California, Santa Cruz. The site provides basic information (e.g. description, habitat, reproduction) about the Peregrine Falcon, Bald Eagle, Golden Eagle, and Prairie Falcon. After reading the raptor profiles, students can test their knowledge with several quizzes that offer instant grading upon completion. The teachers' section of the website is still being developed, but currently offers a few interesting ideas and resources for classroom discussions and activities. SCPBRG is attempting to provide resources for a wide range of student ages (elementary through high school), so activities will likely require adaptations to meet the needs of different student groups. [NL]

http://www.ucmp.berkeley.edu/glossary/glossary.html

This glossary, replete with biological terms, was developed to support the many fine exhibits presented by the University of California Museum of Paleontology (UCMP). In addition to supporting UCMP exhibits, the glossary is a useful stand-alone resource for students investigating a variety of subjects. The glossary is organized into nine scientific fields including Botany, Cell Biology, Ecology, Life History, Zoology, and Biochemistry. Glossary terms are given concise definitions, often containing hyperlinks connecting certain words to greater explanations within UCMP exhibits. The entire glossary can also be viewed alphabetically. [NL]