Link: University of Iowa

Visit NHGRI's New and Improved Online Talking Glossary of Genetic Terms

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The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) recently revamped its Talking Glossary of Genetic Terms. The glossary, consisting of more than 200 terms, now includes colorful illustrations and 3-D animations that actually demonstrate basic genetic concepts. Visit www.genome.gov/glossary/ to search for terms, listen to explanations and pronunciations, view definitions and illustrations, and even take a quiz designed to test your genetic lingo abilities.