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Welcome to the central resource station for International Baccalaureate (IB) Biology. Whether you are navigating the conceptual matrix of the Diploma Programme (DP) or exploring the global contexts of the Middle Years Programme (MYP), click on [Read Lesson ➔] to access high-quality notes, examiner tips, and data-analysis questions.

🎓 1. IB Diploma Programme (DP) Biology Dashboard

Current 4x4 Matrix Curriculum (Ages 16-19 / Grades 11-12)

Theme A: Form and Function

• A1.1 Water: Properties & role in supporting life [Read Lesson ➔]
• A1.2 Nucleic Acids: DNA & RNA structures [Read Lesson ➔]
• A2.1 Cell Structure: Prokaryotes & Eukaryotes organelles [Read Lesson ➔]
• A2.2 Cell Specialization: Stem cells & differentiation [Read Lesson ➔]
• A3.1 Gas Exchange: Alveoli & Stomata structures [Read Lesson ➔]
• A3.2 Transport Systems: Cardiovascular & Plant Vascular tissues [Read Lesson ➔]
• A4.1 Species and Communities: Niches & adaptations [Read Lesson ➔]
• A4.2 Biodiversity and Ecosystems: Ecosystem stability [Read Lesson ➔]

Theme B: Interaction and Interdependence

• B1.1 Carbohydrates & Lipids: Energy storage molecules [Read Lesson ➔]
• B1.2 Cellular Respiration: Aerobic & Anaerobic (Yeast) pathways [Read Lesson ➔]
• B2.1 Membranes & Transport: Active, passive & vesicle transport [Read Lesson ➔]
• B2.2 Organelles & Compartmentalization: Eukaryotic specialization [Read Lesson ➔]
• B3.1 Nutrition and Digestion: Macro-nutrients & assimilation [Read Lesson ➔]
• B3.2 Nervous System & Muscle Contraction: Synapses & movement [Read Lesson ➔]
• B4.1 Ecological Communities: Nutrient cycles (Nitrogen bacteria) [Read Lesson ➔]
• B4.2 Transfer of Energy and Matter: Food webs & pyramids [Read Lesson ➔]

Theme C: Continuity and Change

• C1.1 DNA Replication & Protein Synthesis: Transcription & Translation [Read Lesson ➔]
• C1.2 Enzymes: Kinetics & industrial micro-enzyme applications [Read Lesson ➔]
• C2.1 Cell Cycle and Division: Mitosis & Meiosis [Read Lesson ➔]
• C2.2 Viruses and Pathogens: Viral replication & immune response [Read Lesson ➔]
• C3.1 Reproduction: Sexual reproduction & Pollen/Anther dev. [Read Lesson ➔]
• C3.2 Homeostasis & Endocrine System: Negative feedback loops [Read Lesson ➔]
• C4.1 Population Ecology: Growth curves & carrying capacity [Read Lesson ➔]
• C4.2 Human Impacts on Ecosystems: Habitat loss & solutions [Read Lesson ➔]

Theme D: Unity and Diversity

• D1.1 Origin of Life: RNA world hypothesis & cells formation ☑️ [Read Lesson ➔]
• D1.2 Classification and Cladistics: Taxonomy & phylogenetic trees [Read Lesson ➔]
• D1.3 Genetic Modification: Plasmids & gene transfer technology [Read Lesson ➔]
• D2.1 Evolution & Natural Selection: Mechanisms of change [Read Lesson ➔]
• D2.2 Speciation: Reproductive isolation & barriers [Read Lesson ➔]
• D3.1 Human Evolution: Hominid fossil records [Read Lesson ➔]
• D3.2 Conservation of Biodiversity: In-situ & ex-situ tactics [Read Lesson ➔]
• D4.1 Climate Change: Greenhouse effect & ecosystems shift [Read Lesson ➔]
• D4.2 Planetary Boundaries: Tipping points & environmental safe zones [Read Lesson ➔]

🧬 2. IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) Biology Dashboard

Conceptual Sciences Framework (Ages 11-16 / Grades 9-10)

Core Units of Study & Inquiry

• Unit 1: Cells & Life Processes: Cell theory, microscopic analysis, and specialized tissue levels. [Read Lesson ➔]
• Unit 2: Organ Systems & Physiology: Human systems (Digestive, Circulatory, Respiratory) and homeostasis. [Read Lesson ➔]
• Unit 3: Genetics & Inheritance: DNA structure basics, chromosomes, monohybrid crosses, and mutations. [Read Lesson ➔]
• Unit 4: Interdependence & Ecosystems: Food chains, energy flow, human impacts, and biomes. [Read Lesson ➔]
• Unit 5: Evolution & Classification: Natural selection, adaptation evidence, and binomial naming systems. [Read Lesson ➔]
• Unit 6: Microorganisms & Biotechnology: Pathogens, antibiotics, fermentation, and basic genetic engineering tools. [Read Lesson ➔]

💡 Pro-Tip For Global Students:

The IB curriculum heavily focuses on data analysis and internal practical assessments. If you are preparing for your MYP Criterion B/C reports or your DP Internal Assessment (IA), make sure to check out our step-by-step laboratory guides and graphing tutorials linked within the units.