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History of Biology

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History of Biology

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“Learn about the history of biology, people and events, and the impact discoveries have had on society, ethics, politics and culture, then and now - through a fun, interactive scavenger hunt! Become a science assistant and navigate through a labyrinth of clues, objects, and internet sites to figure out why Dr. Shyre, a renowned scientist, has disappeared.”

Smile Style

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Smile Style

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Developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, this free, online game is designed to teach children about proper dental care and hygiene. The goal is to determine whether items are healthy or unhealthy for teeth by placing them on the counter or in the trashcan. Each time players put an item in the trash or on the counter, information about the item and how it affects teeth appears.

Attack of the S. Mutans!

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Attack of the S. Mutans!

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"Attack of the S. Mutans! is a multi-level adventure game in stereo Firsthand 3D for a team of five players per pod. Lab equipment includes polarized "safety" 3D goggles and hand-held game controllers that keep the play intuitive, dynamic and engaging."

Re-Mission

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Re-Mission

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Super Monkey Ball Adventure

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Super Monkey Ball Adventure

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Super Monkey Ball: Adventure requires players to control a monkey inside a ball while traveling through narrow and treacherous obstacle courses. The goal is to maintain control over the monkey, collect bananas, and not fall off the side. Players must use balance and concentration skills to successfully complete each level and advance through the game. This game is available for the Nintendo GameCube, PlayStation2, and PSP.

Cognifit Personal Coach

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Cognifit Personal Coach

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CogniFit Personal Coach is intended to improve players’ cognitive skills and increase brain activity. This program provides personalized training intended to build on players’ strengths and improve their weaknesses.

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Emergency Room: Life or Death

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Emergency Room: Life or Death

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Released in 2000 for the Mac and PC, Emergency Room: Life or Death focuses on how to diagnose and treat medical patients. Players start off as medical students and are promoted based on performance. The more levels players advance, the more challenging the medical conditions become.

Vertigo

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Vertigo

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This strategy game for the Nintendo Wii and PC tests players’ concentration skills, precision control, and reflexes while they race through obstacles in treacherous environments. Players must roll their way through numerous challenges across several unique worlds.