LibGuides: Biology: Videos and Virtual Labs

Use this page to find different video and interactive resources, including biology-specific streaming videos, online interactive content, and virtual biology labs.

Interactive Anatomy Models

BioDigital This link opens in a new window
Explore 3D interactive anatomy models for various body systems and information about the parts of each system. New users will need to register with your SLCC email account to access the content (use link below).

Virtual Biology Labs

HHMI BioInteractive Classroom Resources
Explore virtual labs, interactive videos, and 3D models. Find materials on the atmosphere, climate, climate change, and more. Philanthropic organization HHMI's BioInteractive materials can be for educational purposes.
Biology Labs Online
Find interactive biology activities developed by the California State University system. Note: This site works best on Internet Explorer.
Virtual Biology Lab
An OER source with interactive models that seek to simulate natural environments. Sponsored by the National Science Foundation.
Learn.Genetics Virtual Labs
The University of Utah's Genetic Science Learning Center's interactive genetics labs, mainly focused on DNA.
The Biology Project
Find virtual labs in the "Activities" column on the left of the page. This site is hosted by the University of Arizona's Department of Molecular & Cellular Biology.
Virtual Laboratory
Find interactive labs on water properties, handling bacteria, bacterial growth and environmental adaptation, and more. Hosted by the University of Colorado.

Please note that these virtual labs may not be fully accessible.

Online Interactive Media and Open Courses

LabXchange
Find simulations, case studies, videos, interactive resources, and more on the biological sciences for free. From Harvard.
PhET Simulations: Biology
Free, interactive, research-based science simulations from the University of Colorado
Learn.Genetics
From the University of Utah's Genetic Science Learning Center, learn from videos, interactive tools, and text entries. Subjects include: cell biology, ecology, genetics, human health, and more.
Virtual Scanning Electron Microscope
Interactive microscope with different samples and ability to change focus, contrast, brightness and magnification
MIT OpenCourseWare: Biology
Choose which open, free MIT course content you wish to explore, choosing level, subject, and features.
Bio-OER (CUNY)
Hosted on LibreTexts, explore City University of New York's general Biology course and activities. Select "Test Yourself at Home" to find interactive, virtual labs.

Please note that these interactive resources may not be fully accessible.

Online Biology Videos

Films On Demand Collection This link opens in a new window
A large collection of streaming video with academic, vocational and life-skills content. Topics include: Biology, Environmental Science, Health, and many more.
AVON (Academic Video Online) This link opens in a new window
AVON contains thousands of award-winning films covering a wide range of subjects, including biology.

Try searching the Library's Films of Demand or AVON video databases for "Biology" or for your specific topic or interest. Videos on both Films on Demand and AVON have English captions and transcripts available.

UCSD-TV Science
The University of California San Diego Television's page for all science videos, series, and podcasts. Browse by science subjects to find biology-specific films. Videos should have closed captions and transcripts included.
NDSU Virtual Cell
North Dakota State University's YouTube channel featuring educational animations from the NDSU Virtual Cell Animations project. Closed captions and transcripts are included for the videos.

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