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Biodisc offers over 90 educational biology CD-ROMs for teaching concepts in cell biology, genetics, biochemistry, anatomy, ecology, oceanography, anthropology and archaeology.

The Cell Biology Educational CD-ROMs have skillfully used still and video photomicrography for histological botany and zoology studies. Electron micrography and animations assist in the study of cytology in these educational CD-ROMs.

P-1 **BIOLOGY PHOTOMICROGRAPHS on MAC or Windows Educational CD-ROM $ 105   This educational CD-ROM is an exciting instant access, reference and learning tool containing 4,748 high quality biological color photomicrographs. Each image may be viewed as a thumbnail, a window image with description or as a full screen image. Images may be printed or transferred. They are digitized in 24 bit color allowing the JIF images to be viewed in 17 million colors. Any two images may be viewed side-by-side while still maintaining the moving and magnification functions, on the PC version. Chapter 1: General Botany (2410 still photomicrographs) Images of Bacteria, Algae, Fungi, Lichens, Liverworts, Mosses, Ferns, Horsetails, Quillworts, Club mosses, Psilotum, Cycads, Gnetum, Ginkgo, Conifers and  Angiosperms are very useful in conjunction with microscope slides. The Angiosperm section contains 1,229 photomicrographs of roots, stems, leaves, floral buds and fruits. Chapter 2: Wood Technology (662 still photomicrographs) Photomicrographs of 161 wood species show cross, radial and tangential  planes along with macerated wood fibers. These images are very useful in forestry classes for identification of wood species. Chapter 3: General Zoology (412 still photomicrographs) Embryology, Protozoa, Sponges, Hydras, Jellyfish, Actinozoa, Flatworms,  Roundworms, Acanthocephalans, Rotifers, Bryozoans, Annelids, Mollusks,  Echinoderms, Crustaceans, Arachnids, Ticks, Mites, Lice, Fleas, True Flies, True Bugs, Insect Anatomy, Amphioxus and Ammocoete. Chapter 4: Comparative Histology (702 still photomicrographs) This chapter compares amphibian, mammalian, primate and human tissues:  Epithelial, Connective, Cartilage, Bone, Tooth, Skin and  Muscle. Tissues in the following systems are also compared: Nervous, Digestive, Respiratory,  Endocrine, Vascular, Lymphoid, Urinary and Reproductive. Chapter 5: Human Pathology (562 still photomicrographs) Pathology of   Skin, Muscle and Connective tissues is examined. Diseased  tissue in the following systems is also studied: Nervous, Digestive,  Respiratory, Endocrine, Vascular, Blood, Lymphatic, Urinary and  Reproductive. P-2 **BIOLOGY PHOTOMICROGRAPHS on LASERDISC $ 105   The 12 inch laserdisc contains the same 4,748 photomicrographs found on the CD-ROM (P-1) and divided into the same five chapters. When  viewed on the large screen TV, these images are an  excellent learning tool  for the entire classroom with or without matching microscope slides.  Common names are used with the laser barcode index at the beginning of each chapter. Barcodes will guide you to the most commonly studied microscope slides. The 88 page Guide Book will assist you in locating individual  frames of interest with descriptions provided for each frame. A second book (100 page textbook) is included with each laserdisc giving detailed descriptions of the most widely used microscope slide  photomicrographs. P-3 **BIOLOGY PHOTOMICROGRAPHS on Photo CDs $ 50   View the most widely studied 686 microscope slide photomicrographs as chosen from the 4,748 CD-ROM images and digitized onto Photo CD-ROMs  (high quality images without a data base). Students may easily scroll through the thumbnails, which appear twenty at a time. Resolution of the thumbnail images is 128x192 pixels. A mid-sized window image is 256x384  pixels and the full screen image is 512x768 pixels. Each image may be printed or transferred. Duplication of these images, for use within your school system, is encouraged. Kodak software is included for users who do not have Corel Draw, Adobe Photoshop or Picture Publisher. A 100 page textbook describes each image in detail.                                                                                                                          Disc A: Cell Biology- Electron micrographs of viruses, prokaryotic cells, eukaryotic cells and cell division.   Kingdom #1- Monera as Archebacteria.   Kingdom #2- Monera as Eubacteria.   Kingdom #3- Protista grouped as Sarcodina, Flagellates, Sporozoans, Ciliates, Molds, Diatoms and Algae.   Kingdom #4- Fungi in the phyla Zygomycota, Basidiomycota, Ascomycota and Deuteromycota plus Fungal Associations.   Kingdom #5- Includes plants grouped as Avascular, Vascular Seedless, Vascular Naked Seeds (Gymnosperms) and Vascular Enclosed Seeds (Angiosperms). The Angiosperm   studies include Floral Structures, Male Gametophyte, Female Gametophyte, Embryo and Seed Development, Fruit Development, Ground Tissue Systems, Vascular Tissue Systems, Dermal Tissue Systems, Root, Stem and Leaf Structure.       Disc B: A General Zoology section covers basic Embryology and fourteen phyla of invertebrate animals (Porifera through Hemichordata) while Chondrichthyes, Osteichthyes, Amphibia, Reptilia, Aves and Mammalia are covered in the Vertebrate area. The Mammalian Histology section includes  Embryology, Epithelial Tissue, Connective Tissue, Skin Tissue, Muscle Tissue, Cardiovascular System, Lymphatic System, Nervous System, Endocrine System, Respiratory  System, Digestive System, Urinary System, Male and Female Reproductive Systems.   P-4 LEARNING MORE ABOUT CELLS (Hybrid Win/Mac Educational CD-ROM) $ 138   This interactive multimedia presentation with live video features a complete review of living cells, with spectacular video photomicrography of cells dividing, amoebae movement and protozoa feeding. Plant and animal cell structure are thoroughly explained. Time-lapse photomicrography captures the duplication of chromosomes and all stages of mitosis. A unique time-lapse sequence follows the development of a single-celled egg into a tadpole. Incorporating the most recent biological thought and theory, this dynamic program, with outstanding cinematography, traces the early evolution of life. Starting from a barren planet, the program shows the different stages of cellular evolution, from primitive bacteria to blue-green algae to complex multicellular organisms. P-5 INSIDE THE CELL (Hybrid CD-ROM) $130   "Inside the Cell" is the updated version of "Cell Structure and Function" and illustrates cellular organization, the structure of organelles and the physiological processes they are responsible for. Cut-aways of the more complex organelles are featured with detailed models of plant and animal cells, animated special effects and electron micrographs. Imagine flying through the plasma membrane bi-layer and taking a fully animated tour. Bring mitochondria to life by peeling back the outer membrane and visualizing the cristae. 3D environments and advancements are also used in the topics of cellular organization, biochemistry, plasma membrane, cytoskeleton, cytosol, nucleus, CNA, nuclear membrane and pores, ribosomes, Golgi complex, mitochondria, vesicular transport and many other topics. P-6 PROTOZOA SYSTEMS (Hybrid Win/Mac Educational CD-ROM) $ 110   Live videos of Amoeba, Paramecium and Euglena with choice of an overview or video clips of specific structures and functions. Included are conjugation and asexual reproduction, classification by methods of locomotion, capture and digestion of food, waste removal, function of contractile vacuole in water regulation and response to stimuli. The user has the option of text or sound. P-7 MEIOSIS (Specify Mac or Windows Educational Disk) $ 65   Animation of the meiotic process shows oogenesis and spermatogenesis, each normal or with nondisjunction. Color graphics show diploid and haploid processes including DNA duplication, tetrad formation, synapse, crossing over and sperm/egg formation. Extensive reviews, quizzes and lab activities are included. P-8 35mm PHOTOMICROGRAPH TRANSPARENCIES $6 Guide Book   Each of our 4,748 biological microscope slide photomicrographs is available as a 35mm transparency. Please request a copy of the 88 page guide book for the complete listing of photomicrographs. Publishing rights may also be obtained by textbook publishers for a small fee and appropriate credit line. Any other duplication of these copyright protected  photomicrographs, for resale, is strictly forbidden. The 35mm transparencies are $2.75 each. P-9 VIRUSES AND MONERANS (Hybrid Win/Mac Educational CD-ROM) $ 145   Computer graphics, electron photomicrographs, photographs and narratives cover the structure and shape of viruses, viral reproductive cycles and viral diseases as well as the structure, reproduction and economic importance of monerans. Interactive tutorial exercises and an online glossary of terms are featured on this educational CD-ROM. P-10 IDENTIBACTER INTERACTUS (Hybrid Win/Mac Educational CD-ROM) $ 70   Students identify an unknown bacteria (from 60 species) using 50 different tests. Users will become familiar with deductive reasoning in bacterial identification schemes and the utility of specific tests for distinguishing species of bacteria. An instruction booklet specifies how to run the program and provides directions in planning the experiment. The booklet lists available tests, unknown bacteria and a summary of genus traits. P-11 INTERACTIVE LEAVES (Hybrid Win/Mac Educational CD-ROM) $ 110   Anatomy and function of leaves are examined with external leaf appearance, including the blade, ap32" HEIGHT="32">   This interactive multimedia presentation with live video features a complete review of living cells, with spectacular video photomicrography of cells dividing, amoebae movement and protozoa feeding. Plant and animal cell structure are thoroughly explained. Time-lapse photomicrography captures the duplication of chromosomes and all stages of mitosis. A unique time-lapse sequence follows the development of a single-celled egg into a tadpole. Incorporating the most recent biological thought and theory, this dynamic program, with outstanding cinematography, traces the early evolution of life. Starting from a barren planet, the program shows the different stages of cellular evolution, from primitive bacteria to blue-green algae to complex multicellular organisms. P-5 INSIDE THE CELL (Hybrid CD-ROM) $130   "Inside the Cell" is the updated version of "Cell Structure and Function" and illustrates cellular organization, the structure of organelles and the physiological processes they are responsible for. Cut-aways of the more complex organelles are featured with detailed models of plant and animal cells, animated special effects and electron micrographs. Imagine flying through the plasma membrane bi-layer and taking a fully animated tour. Bring mitochondria to life by peeling back the outer membrane and visualizing the cristae. 3D environments and advancements are also used in the topics of cellular organization, biochemistry, plasma membrane, cytoskeleton, cytosol, nucleus, CNA, nuclear membrane and pores, ribosomes, Golgi complex, mitochondria, vesicular transport and many other topics. P-6 PROTOZOA SYSTEMS (Hybrid Win/Mac Educational CD-ROM) $ 110   Live videos of Amoeba, Paramecium and Euglena with choice of an overview or video clips of specific structures and functions. Included are conjugation and asexual reproduction, classification by methods of locomotion, capture and digestion of food, waste removal, function of contractile vacuole in water regulation and response to stimuli. The user has the option of text or sound. P-7 MEIOSIS (Specify Mac or Windows Educational Disk) $ 65   Animation of the meiotic process shows oogenesis and spermatogenesis, each normal or with nondisjunction. Color graphics show diploid and haploid processes including DNA duplication, tetrad formation, synapse, crossing over and sperm/egg formation. Extensive reviews, quizzes and lab activities are included. P-8 35mm PHOTOMICROGRAPH TRANSPARENCIES $6 Guide Book   Each of our 4,748 biological microscope slide photomicrographs is available as a 35mm transparency. Please request a copy of the 88 page guide book for the complete listing of photomicrographs. Publishing rights may also be obtained by textbook publishers for a small fee and appropriate credit line. Any other duplication of these copyright protected  photomicrographs, for resale, is strictly forbidden. The 35mm transparencies are $2.75 each. P-9 VIRUSES AND MONERANS (Hybrid Win/Mac Educational CD-ROM) $ 145   Computer graphics, electron photomicrographs, photographs and narratives cover the structure and shape of viruses, viral reproductive cycles and viral diseases as well as the structure, reproduction and economic importance of monerans. Interactive tutorial exercises and an online glossary of terms are featured on this educational CD-ROM. P-10 IDENTIBACTER INTERACTUS (Hybrid Win/Mac Educational CD-ROM) $ 70