Origami Organelles™ 3-D Model Kit: RNA Vaccines

Models are powerful tools for teaching science as they provide useful simplifications of structures and processes, helping to make the unseen seen and the complex simple. This model shows how RNA vaccines make vaccinated cells produce viral proteins (antigens), display them on their cell surface in Major Histocompatibility Complex (MHC) molecules, and stimulate an immune response. This immune response involves cytotoxic T cells, the production of antibodies, and the creation of memory cells. It also covers vaccine delivery by liposome or viral vector. Your students will learn about RNA vaccines in the context of coronavirus, but the model can be used to teach RNA vaccines in other contexts, too.
 
This model-making kit includes enough materials for students to assemble up to 5 paper models working cooperatively. The included comprehensive teacher resource guide provides illustrated readings, activities, key vocabulary, and an assessment, along with teaching opportunities for students to Engage, Explore, Explain, Extend, and Evaluate their understanding of the concepts presented.
 
Specifications - What’s Included:
5 3-D Models
1 Carrying Case
1 Teacher Resource Guide