The National Human Genome Research Institute is proud to help support the PBS documentary, “Ken Burns presents The Gene: An Intimate History,” based on the book by Siddhartha Mukherjee, M.D. The Gene aired April 7 and 14 at 8:00 p.m. ET. The series, based on Mukherjee’s best-selling 2016 book, took a journey through key genetics discoveries that are some of the greatest achievements in the history of science.
The Gene: Explained
In this fun animated series, the gene’s complex mechanisms are explored in simple ways.
Genome: Unlocking Life’s Code Do-It-Yourself Exhibit
This free, print-on-demand exhibit consists of graphic panels and interactive media. It can be adapted to a variety of venues, including community centers, libraries, coffee shops, hospitals, transit hubs, museums and science centers.
Get StartedpgEd Lesson Plans for the Classroom
Connect your lesson plans to the new PBS documentary with companion resources courtesy of pgEd and WETA. Available from PBS LearningMedia, these resources can be paired with short clips from the film.
View ResourcesLast updated: August 28, 2022