The Genomics Digital Lab: Plant Cells (GDLv3) is the first in a series of game-based interactive modules designed to effectively engage both teachers and students in learning about biology. GDL uses Flash animation technology, with rich, high-quality 3D graphics designed to captivate and immerse users in the biology they’re studying. GDLv3 is currently being used in 22 countries around the world, illustrating a demand for new technology-based and game-based teaching tools.

GDL is a continually expanding on-line learning environment where users experience the world of biology through discovery-based learning. GDL was developed as a series of curriculum-aligned and integrated games, modules, and interactive simulations covering an array of topics in biology. This fall we’ll be releasing the plants module (see Plants page) with new modules coming online every year. Each module deals with aspects of the whole organism and related cell biology and biochemistry.

The Genomics Digital Lab learning environment uses visually stunning games and puzzles to engage learners and encourage a deeper understanding of biological processes. Dynamic visualizations promote far greater understanding than static pictures in a textbook.

From within the depths of a plant cell, you will explore the chloroplast (the plant's sugar-factory), the mitochondria (the plant's sugar-furnace), and the nucleus (the control centre). GDL is entertaining for everyone.

It has been designed alongside school curriculum and can be played at home and in the classroom.

Cellscape Explorer

Cellscape Explorer is a teaching and learning tool that effectively communicates cell biology using integrated lessons, games, and problem-solving. Students learn to discover and interact with both cellular anatomy and physiology through an exciting and empowering immersive environment.

Coming soon.