ASSET

ASSET works to design and share modules that use the protist Tetrahymena to teach about biology and society.

[ASSET @sepaasset]

Interesting basis for classroom discussion of possible replacement or alternative testing for in vivo mammalian assays.

[Tetrahymena @TetrahymenaSC]

The in vivo Tetrahymena thermophila extracellular glucose drop assay for characterization of mammalian insulin activity. Interesting discussion of use of Tetrahymena in place of the in vivo rabbit blood glucose drop assay. https://t.co/dYMQBJhtA2

[ASSET @sepaasset]

Missing teen found safe. Thanks to everyone involved.

[ASSET @sepaasset]

Latest information regarding whereabouts of Leah Stark. If you are in the area please be aware that she is missing and notify authorities if you see her.

[ASSET @sepaasset]

Anyone in upstate NY (Dewitt/Syracuse area) please spread the word about this missing girl.

[ASSET @sepaasset]

ASSET is BACK !
Teach biology or health to elementary, MS, HS students?

Check out ASSET's FREE 2-week loan of fully equipped kits using live protists to explore
- key biological concepts
- effects of e-cig vapor, tobacco smoke, alcohol on live cells

https://t.co/GHlBho6fLf

[ASSET @sepaasset]

Effects of cargo loading on transport behavior of a microswimmer are important to understanding and control of the motion of a biohybrid microbot. Working biohybrid microbots - the basic concept is an intriguing way to engage kids imaginations!

[Kirsty Wan 🔬 @micromotility]

Can cells do work for you and transport cargo? Why not attach a small bead to a #chlamydomonas cell?
https://t.co/3tjFVw2NCG
trajectory depends on position of bead attachment

[ASSET @sepaasset]

Awesome video! >2300 FPS - great way to interest tech savy kids in biology!

[Daniel Kolbin @dkolbin]

Ciliates are cool! Here is a #euplotes in slow motion. @ciliateco @BEuplotes

[ASSET @sepaasset]

ASSET is BACK !
Teach biology or health to elementary, MS, HS students?

Check out ASSET's FREE 2-week loan of fully equipped kits using live protists to explore
- key biological concepts
- effects of e-cig vapor, tobacco smoke, alcohol on live cells

https://t.co/GHlBho6fLf

[ASSET @sepaasset]

Great resources, especially for anyone new to Tetrahymena or who wants a review or new ideas!

[Tetrahymena @TetrahymenaSC]

Interested in Tetrahymena as a research or teaching tool? Check out these reviews.
Tetrahymena as a Unicellular Model Eukaryote: Genetic and Genomic Tools. https://t.co/N22ua2cpNK
Tetrahymena in the classroom. https://t.co/fqG7Lfx4ql

[ASSET @sepaasset]

The Secret Life of a Coronavirus. Nice reader friendly article that talks about COVID but expands to a discussion of the nature of viruses and if they are "alive". Interesting addition to discussions surrounding "What is Covid, What are viruses" questions.

[Tetrahymena @TetrahymenaSC]

Interesting, informative, reader-friendly discussion of the life of viruses.
https://t.co/kFR5fLj9Aa

[ASSET @sepaasset]

Guaranteed to stimulate student interest in Marine plankton!

[Tetrahymena @TetrahymenaSC]

Fascinating historical summary and discussion of the origin, history, and current relevance of various theories of the evolution of multicellularity. Beautiful illustrations. Definitely worth a read by anyone interested in the human side of scientific progress!

[ASSET @sepaasset]

Lovely video showing a beautiful example of camouflage in baby animals. Nice classroom addition to tradition fawn examples!!

[Massimo @Rainmaker1973]

Young tapirs of all species have brown hair with white stripes and spots, a pattern that enables them to hide effectively in the dappled light of the forest. This baby coat fades into adult coloration between four and seven months after birth https://t.co/O8lZj2NCYp

[Diana Libuda @DianaLibuda]

"'Twas the Night Before Meiosis" written by R. Scott Hawley in 1982. This gave me a big smile today. Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas to all who celebrate! 🔬🧬🎄 #meiosis4eva #sciencetwitter @ScienceStowers @GeneticsGSA

[Tetrahymena @TetrahymenaSC]

Art in a petri dish: the Agar art awards 2020 – in pictures!! Amazing!!!!
https://t.co/Ef4Rphl58r

[ASSET @sepaasset]

Online format is annoying but the information in "New variant of coronavirus - key questions" clearly answers many questions about the new variant at a level suitable for HS (and maybe upper level MS) students. England's tier system may need some explanation.

[Tetrahymena @TetrahymenaSC]

HOW DID THE MUTATED STRAIN OF CORONAVIRUS EMERGE? Annoying format but excellent basic explanation of new variant in UK. Good summary in "New variant of coronavirus - key questions" section. https://t.co/lxyKS4muW0 via @MailOnline

[ASSET @sepaasset]

Meet the woman scientist studying how slime molds make decisions with no central brain! One of six #WomenInScience articles about women scientists working at the forefront of their fields. Nice student level read. https://t.co/4H3tKNZuBw

[ASSET @sepaasset]

Fun video! Slime molds, single cells visible with the naked eye, form networks of cells that can learn and adapt - without a brain! Great student intro to a different approach to intelligence and behavior. https://t.co/6gglSJuQsc

[ASSET @sepaasset]

Interesting and detailed background for a discussion of the use of model organisms (including those with only 1 cell) in research!!

[Tetrahymena @TetrahymenaSC]

Nice review of use of Tetrahymena in toxicology studies, including physiology, cell culture and maintenance. Focuses on toxicological bioassays at different biological organizational (biochemical, individual, population, and community) levels. doi: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2020.140058

[ASSET @sepaasset]

In winter, shrew species loses ~ 25% of brain cortex neurons receiving sensory input from whiskers used in hunting. Neurons return the following summer. Brain shrinkage occurs only in specific regions and translates to changes in brain function. Amazing adaptation, fun read!

[Tetrahymena @TetrahymenaSC]

OOPS!! Shrew brain loss reference!

https://t.co/d2oHaCtq0g