PreparED Study Materials
BIOL 178: Stem Cell Biology
School: University of California - Santa Cruz
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Protobionts: Pioneers of Life's Transition from Molecules to Cells
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Discover the significance of protobionts in the evolution of life, acting as a bridge from non-living to living entities. Understand their boundary formations akin to cell membranes and their rudimentary replication methods. Gain insights into the pivotal role they played in life's origin story.
Catabolism Unraveled: How the Body Releases Carbon Dioxide in Metaboli
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Discover the intricacies of catabolism and the role of the citric acid cycle in CO2 release. Understand how glycolysis leads to the production of pyruvate, ATP, and NADH. Gain clarity on how our body processes and expels carbon dioxide during cellular metabolism.
Eukaryotic DNA: Cohesin, Chromatids & Chromatin Explained
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Unravel the intricacies of a eukaryotic cell, its DNA structure, and the proteins that aid its function. Delve into the roles of cohesin, condensin, and histones, and discover the difference between chromatin, nucleosomes, and sister chromatids. Gain clarity on the pivotal structure ensuring successful cell division.
Deciphering Stem Cell Origins: The Lineage of Blood Cell Types Explore
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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.
Immune Overreactions: Understanding Hypersensitivity Types & Impact
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Explore the intricate workings of the immune system's overactive responses, known as hypersensitivity reactions. Learn about the classification into Types I, II, III, and briefly, IV, along with real-world examples. Uncover the mechanisms behind these reactions and their impact on our health.