Biology

The Krebs cycle (named after Hans Krebs) is a part of cellular respiration. Its other names are the citric acidity cycle, and the tricarboxylic acid…

Fat is one of the three main types of nutrients. Fats are found in many foods. They are an essential part of our diet and…

Erythropoietin, or Erythropoetin (EPO) is a hormone produced by the kidneys. Epoetin is a synthetic version. It plays a key role in the production of…

The Sympathetic nervous system is part of the autonomic nervous system. It becomes more active when you are stressed. It directs the body’s rapid involuntary…

The parasympathetic nervous system (PNS or PSNS) is part of the autonomic nervous system. It is organized in a manner similar to the sympathetic nervous…

The autonomic nervous system (ANS) controls the conditions inside the body. It regulates certain body processes, such as blood pressure and the rate of breathing.…

The enteric nervous system (ENS) is a part of the peripheral nervous system. It controls the reflexes of the gastrointestinal system. It along with the…

Cardiac Arrest occurs when the heart suddenly stops beating. It is the abrupt loss of heart function in a person who may or may not…

The nervous system is a system in the body that sends signals around the body. It is essentially the body’s electrical wiring. It lets people…

Entomology is the science of insects. It is the study of insects and their relationship to humans, the environment, and other organisms. People who study…

Enkephalins were the first endorphins that were discovered in the brain. They are found in many parts of the brain, especially in the basal ganglia.…

Bioinformatics or Computational biology is the study of large amounts of biological information. Mostly, it focuses on molecules like DNA. It is done mostly with…