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Mice in Space

Explore the Mighty Mice in Space research project through engaging lessons and videos that focus on developing high school students' skills in prediction, experimental design, data interpretation, and graphing.

Module Description

This series of lessons and videos from The Jackson Laboratory allows teachers and students to learn about the Mighty Mice in Space research project and immerse themselves in the research process. The three lessons were created for high school students at the introductory biology level. The lessons are not content-driven, but rather emphasize skill development in areas such as prediction, experimental design, data interpretation and graphing.

Learning Objectives

  1. Predict the outcome of an experiment based upon scientific data.
  2. Prepare a graph of data and interpret the findings.
  3. Explore online resources to conduct and independent investigation of a human disease affecting muscle or bone.

NGSS Alignments

Disciplinary Core Ideas
  • LS1.B Growth and Development of Organisms
  • LS3.A Structure and Function
  • LS4.B Variation of Traits
Cross Cutting Concepts
  • Patterns
Science & Engineering Practices
  • Analyzing and Interpreting Data
  • Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions
  • Using Mathematics and Computational Thinking
  • Engaging in Argument from Evidence
  • Obtaining, Evaluating, and Communicating Information

Teacher Resources

Lesson Plan
Mice in Space Teacher Guide

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Digital Download
Mice in Space Research Publication

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Student Activities

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Mice in Space Lesson 1: Making Predictions

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Mice in Space Lesson 2: Analyzing Data

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Mice in Space Lesson 3: Research Project

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Mice in Space Lesson 3 Research Project Template

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Supplemental Resources

On Demand Video
Using Mouse Models in Biomedical Research

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On Demand Video
A Conversation with Mighty Mice in Space Researchers

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On Demand Video
A Trip to Space! What is it like?

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Mighty Mice in Space

Mighty Mice in Space

Researchers study the effect of microgravity on JAX's Mighty Mice — genetically engineered mice that lack myostatin and therefore display increased muscle mass.

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