BIOL 1010: Biology of Cells

Explore the fascinating interaction between electrical energy charge and materials through the lens of an electroscope. Discover how inserting a conductor between its charged foil sheets changes the charge dynamics leading to an attraction between foil and needle. Understand the roles of conductors insulators and charge induction in this intriguing experiment.

Unpack the concept of Restriction Fragment Length Polymorphism (RFLP), exploring the significance of DNA fragment variations. Learn how restriction enzymes act as molecular scissors, leading to insights into genetic disorders, biodiversity, and more.

Explore the groundbreaking heterotroph hypothesis by Alexander Oparin. This video outlines how the first organisms likely consumed pre-existing organic matter reshaping how we think about the origins of life and evolution

Unravel the origins of blood cell types as we differentiate between myeloid and lymphoid stem cells, highlighting the unique lineage of platelets, B cells, and Natural Killer cells.

We explore how to determine the nature of a mysterious, gelatinous substance found on a forest rock. By conducting a series of tests, including microscopy, DNA staining, respiration observation, and growth experiments, we aim to unravel whether this enigmatic material is alive, inanimate, or a product of a living organism.

Explore the definitions of tissue, organ, and organ system. Understand the distinctions and interconnectedness between these components. Get an overview of the human body's eleven major organ systems and their functions.