PreparED Study Materials
DEV BIO 104: Developmental Biology
School: University of California - Irvine
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 2
Notes
Videos
Caffeine's Impact on Alertness: Tapping into Fight-or-Flight Mechanism
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Explore the body's fight-or-flight response and its link to caffeine's effects. Learn how the interruption of cAMP phosphodiesterase leads to prolonged alertness and why caffeine can result in sleeplessness.
Unlocking Transcription: The Role of Promoters in Gene Expression
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Venture into the intricate mechanisms of a eukaryotic cell as we clarify the conditions under which transcription begins. Discover the pivotal role of the promoter and the essential docking of transcription factors.
How Natural Selection Led to the Emergence of MRSA in a Community
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Explore the mysterious rise of MRSA following a battle against S. aureus with methicillin. Delve into various theories, and uncover the power of natural selection in shaping bacterial communities.
Organismic Unity: Evolution to DNA's Universal Bond
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Explore the key concepts that might illustrate the unity among all organisms including emergent properties descent with modification and natural selection. Understand why the structure and function of DNA ultimately stand as the best example of this unity
Cyanide's Effect: Where It Halts ATP Production in Cells
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Explore the lethal impact of cyanide on cellular organelles particularly its devastating effect on mitochondria. Our video sheds light on how cyanide halts ATP production bringing cellular functions to a standstill. Ideal for students and educators seeking a comprehensive view of toxicology and cellular biology.
Understanding Nucleic Acids: Nucleotides & Their Roles
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Explore the intricacies of nucleic acids, the macromolecules essential to life. Understand the roles of DNA and RNA, and delve into the structure of nucleotides—the fundamental building blocks of these crucial biomolecules.
