Students have finished processing and analyzing the evidence found at Anna’s house at the time of her death, including blood samples found near her body. Students are exploring DNA in order to determine whose blood was found at the scene. Students will discover the relationship between DNA, genes, and chromosomes. They will extract DNA from both plant and animal cells, investigate the structural composition of DNA by building a three-dimensional model of the molecule, explore the methods used to analyze DNA, and then work as a forensic DNA analyst to compare the DNA found at the crime scene with the DNA obtained from each of the suspects. When a mysterious death occurs, an autopsy is required. Therefore, an autopsy is required for Anna. Students will investigate autopsy procedures and will be given the first piece of Anna's autopsy report. They will put together all of the evidence collected and analyzed regarding Anna's mysterious death How did Anna die? Was it natural, accident, or homicide. The students will also investigate the role that different biomedical professionals played in Anna's mysterious death investigation. Which professional follow the bounds of HIPAA legislation?
