BIOL 162: Neurobiology of Perception

Explore the vital roles of pharyngeal slits in lancelets and tunicates. Learn how these clefts aid in filter-feeding, capturing food particles, and evolve through different life stages.

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 crucial role of red marrow in producing vital blood cells and maintaining the circulatory and immune systems. Learn why bones are essential for blood cell production and understand why other options are incorrect.

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

In this video, we explore the crucial role of the cytoplasm in a cell and its division. By drawing parallels to intriguing concepts like telekinesis, we shed light on vital processes like karyokinesis and cytokinesis. By the end, we unveil cytokinesis as the primary method for plant cell cytoplasm division.

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.