This page features research stories from the Otago Department of Biochemistry that you can use to study for achievement standards in the New Zealand Biology NCEA levels 2 and 3.
We have also included other resources that may be useful for high school biology students, including biochemistry-related career advice, models of molecules to print in 3D, and links to other science resource websites.
Local research stories
Genetic transfer in agriculture: control of flowering
Tracing gastric cancer in NZ families
Only one research story is currently active, more are under development and will be available soon.
More stories about Otago Biochemistry research
Many of our research stories have been featured in video, audio and print media in New Zealand and internationally. We also explain some of our research on our research blog.
Otago Biochemistry research in the media
Otago Biochemistry research blog
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Biology - what career should I choose, and how do I get there?
Explore careers that a degree in Biochemistry can lead to, and read career stories from ex-Biochemistry students and advice on what you should take to prepare for Biochemistry.
Biochemistry careers advice for high school students
Print 3D models of proteins and other bio-molecules
Find out what proteins and DNA actually look like, and how they work, by printing out models in 3D.
3D printed models of biological molecules
Visit the Department of Biochemistry
We regularly host visits from high school classes keen to gain hands-on experience of biochemistry in the lab.
For more information about visiting the Department of Biochemistry, please email:
Other useful resources
- Science Learning Hub - New Zealand multimedia science education resources, collected by topic and concept, and based at the University of Waikato
- Learn.Genetics - Genetic science learning centre based at the University of Utah
- TED Ed Life Sciences - Video lessons built around TED talks on life science topics
- Profiles of NZ women in science - Provided by Curious Minds, a New Zealand Government initiative to encourage engagement with science and technology
- Pass NCEA Biology - A learning hub providing resources and notes to help study for NCEA Biology standards levels 1-3
- WEHI.TV - Animated movies explaining concepts in molecular biology and medical research
Contact us if you have any suggestions to improve or add to these resource pages at biochemistry@otago.ac.nz.
