LibGuides: Biology: Biology Resources

Exploring Biology Resources

The purpose of this page is to help faculty and students to explore Biology resources.

On this page you will find:

A list of favorite online resources used by faculty and staff.
Links to pages full of useful websites related to various Biology topics.
Links to a preset database search for Biology eBooks.

These resources can also be found on our Library Resources page.

When you are not on campus and try to use the databases, you will be prompted for a username and password. If you do not know these and are a Schoolcraft student, then give the library a call and we will provide you with the information you need.

Our phone number is: (734) 462-4440

Favorite Online Resources

Allen Cell Explorer
A data portal for the Allen Institute for Cell Science, where you can explore their publicly available data, tools and models. The portal provides an unprecedented view into the organizational diversity of human stem cells by combining large-scale 3D imaging data, predictive models, observations of cells, detailed methods, and cell lines that can be purchased for use in labs around the world.
Charles Darwin Digital Library of Evolution
The AMNH Darwin Manuscripts Project is a historical and textual edition of Charles Darwin's scientific manuscripts.
Learn Genetics
How does genetics affect our lives? Online activities, labs, experiments, and workshops for students, teens, and all others curious about genetics.
Map of Life
Allows visitors to explore data about the relationships between biodiversity and geography through a series of highly-engaging and informative interactive maps.
Microbial Life
This site contains a variety of educational and supporting materials for students and teachers of microbiology. You will find information about microorganisms, extremophiles, and extreme habitats.
National Human Genome Research Institute
Develops the resources and technologies needed to accelerate genome research, trains the next generation of genomic investigators, and disseminates genome information to the public and to health professionals.
Plants of the World Online
With over 250 years of gathered knowledge, the Royal Botanic Gardens, sponsors, Plants of the World Online as a digital portal with an aim to enable users to access information on all the world's known seed-bearing plants by 2020.
Tree of Life Web Project
A collaborative effort of biologists and nature enthusiasts from around the world. The project provides information about biodiversity, the characteristics of different groups of organisms, and their evolutionary history.
PLANTS Database
The PLANTS Database provides standardized information about the vascular plants, mosses, liverworts, hornworts, and lichens of the U.S. and its territories.

Off Campus Library Database Access

Schoolcraft students, faculty, and staff can access library databases from off-campus through Blackboard by clicking the “Organizations” tab. Go to https://bb.schoolcraft.edu