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BIOLOGY
Sophie Lozowska
Nov 3, 202410 min read
Love from the first scent? (scientifically based dating tips)
Have you ever had that amazing feeling of butterflies in your stomach, a sense of being in a muddle - those vague, exhilarating senses...
Javeria Hashmi
Nov 3, 20244 min read
Understanding strokes: causes, effects and prevention
Introduction Strokes can be thought of as 'heart attacks for the brain'. They can be evident in people of various ages and can alter...
Javeria Hashmi
Nov 3, 20243 min read
White noise: the science behind it and its connection to the brain
You may have heard that the use of white noise improves focus, sleep and calms the nerves. Many people use it to maintain a stage of deep...
Mila Sonkin
Nov 3, 202416 min read
Exploring Prenatal Factors Linked to Autism Spectrum Disorder
Abstract Autism spectrum disorder is caused by a variety of determinants. This study focuses on how the mother’s exposure to pesticides,...
Viktorie Pavlíčková
Oct 2, 20248 min read
Determination of prothrombin fragment 1+2 concentration and its utilization in clinical practice
Introduction According to World Health Organization the most common causes of death in 2019 were ischaemic heart disease and stroke....
Kiana Danesh Manesh
Sep 15, 20248 min read
The Science of LSD and Psilocybin
Introduction Psychedelics are recreational drugs that induce visual hallucinations and warp perceptions of time. Although they are...
Nicola Stanisławska
Sep 7, 20247 min read
Endometriosis: One of the 20 Most Painful Medical Conditions
Imagine a pain so severe you find yourself helpless. Many doctors tell you that your period pain is normal. But it's not. On average,...
Anushri Shah
Sep 3, 20242 min read
A ‘living’ computer
For years humans have aimed at improving organs using machines. But what if it was the other way around - we replace technology with...
Isabella Nguyen
Aug 1, 20243 min read
The Power of Diet for Healthy Glowing Skin
Introduction How do influencers get such radiant skin? That is a question many social media users ask while scrolling on their feed....
Amirali Banani
Aug 1, 20247 min read
The Differences Between Male & Female Bodies in Humans
Muscular system of female (left) vs. male (right) human | Image credit: Turbosquid Male and female bodies have some distinct differences...
Allison Andreyev
May 29, 20245 min read
Is Personalized Medicine Worth It?
Imagine a world where there are thousands of possible variations of medicine, even for the common cold. Personalized medicine is an...
Dylan House
May 29, 20244 min read
How music can play a role in treating patients with Alzheimer’s disease
What is Alzheimer’s disease? Source: Alzheimer’s Association: what is the difference? Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is the most common form of...
Priscilla Omonira
May 29, 202422 min read
From Earth to Space: Exploring the Long-Term Implications of Microgravity on Bone Structure and Potential Long-Term Ramifications for Astronaut Neurological Development
Abstract The profound effects of microgravity on bone structure and its potential long-term consequences for astronaut well-being have...
Nari Shin
Mar 6, 20244 min read
Arc Protein: What Is It and How Does It Affect Cognitive Function?
Arc protein, or Activity Regulated Cytoskeleton Associated Protein, is a neuron-specific protein that develops memory formation through...
Ngo Anh Cac Nguyen
Mar 2, 20243 min read
Exploring Oxidative Stress and Lifestyle Management
Oxidative stress is a key factor in various health issues, ranging from common concerns like skin aging to more serious conditions such...
Paula Argudo
Mar 2, 20244 min read
Love On The Brain: The Role Of Hormones and Neurotransmitters In Attraction
The process of falling in love seems to be a mystery troubling both poets and scientists. Like any human interaction, its meaning and...
Mohammad Taariq Ashkar Ali
Oct 31, 20236 min read
Ethical Considerations in Human Genome Modification
Human genome modification is essentially what the name entails; a group of technologies that give scientists the ability to change a...
Kiki Ambrose
Oct 15, 20234 min read
How Opening a Window Has the Potential to Save Your Grades
If you are part of the younger generation, you may be familiar with what teenagers have dubbed 'school air' - an idea in which students...
Diya Gopika Sandeep
Oct 4, 20234 min read
Sunscreen: Uncovering its Impact
Introduction: In different parts of the world, people have adopted various practices to protect their skin from harmful UV rays. In...
Amirali Banani
Sep 29, 202312 min read
VEGF's Role in Tumour Angiogenesis and Novel Anti-Angiogenic Drugs to Treat Cancer & Retinal Disease
Abstract Tumour cells have a high oxygen and nutrient demand, and thus require a constant blood supply to survive and proliferate. As a...
Mahati Sudhir
Sep 17, 20236 min read
Literature review of “Monitoring the Impact of Spaceflight on the Human Brain”
1. Introduction This review will look into the article, “Monitoring the Impact of Spaceflight on the Human Brain,” written by Micheal F...
Maya Hussain
Sep 6, 20233 min read
The Enigma Of Medicine: Why Do We Still Not Know How Penicillin and Many Other Pharmaceuticals Work?
Drug development is a lengthy process, taking approximately 10-15 years. The process, according to the US Food & Drug Administration...
Dasha Petina
Sep 4, 20235 min read
Novel Proteins: A New Hope for a Sustainable Future
Unveil the pages of this illuminating report to embark on a journey that transcends the boundaries of conventional thought. Immerse...
Mannat Barhey
Aug 26, 20234 min read
Brain Scan Imaging: A Quick Introduction
When studying neuroscience, it is crucial to have a fundamental understanding of brain scan imaging. The list of applications for this...
Avilash Thilagaselvan
Aug 23, 20236 min read
Congenital Heart Disease: Innovations in Diagnosis and Treatments
Introduction: Congenital heart disease (CHD) is considered one of the most prevalent and complex disorders affecting 1% of infants across...
Maha Raheel
Aug 16, 20232 min read
Biotech Marvels: From Gene-Editing to Lab-grown Organs!
Biotechnology utilizes innovative technological breakthroughs in the field of biology to develop novel products, methods, and organisms...
Mannat Barhey
Aug 12, 20233 min read
Synaptic Transmission: One of the Brain's Most Crucial Forms of Communication
Neuronal firings come to mind when we consider the brain and how it functions. However, how precisely does our brain produce these...
Jonathan Jinghan Xiao & Katherine E. Graham
Jul 31, 202310 min read
Novel Cypermethrin Bioremediation using Genetically Engineered Bacillus. Subtilis SCK6
Abstract Pyrethroids are a major commercial insecticide used for their high effectiveness against a broad spectrum of pests....
Adam Bhatti
Jul 30, 20238 min read
String Spool Motor System and Arm Kinematics Enhancer for Arthrogryposis Rehabilitation
HEAR PHASE Introduction Arthrogryposis, also known as arthrogryposis multiplex congenita (AMC), is a chronic condition seen involving...
Mannat Barhey
Jul 26, 20233 min read
A Critical Connection: The Bidirectional Communication Between The Brain and Gut Via The Vagus Nerve
The brain functions in a variety of fascinating ways. It's difficult to grasp how much it interacts with the rest of our body given that...
Audrey Harun
Jul 12, 20237 min read
Understanding the Difference between Type 1 & 2 Diabetes and their Impact on Canada's Population
Introduction: People frequently have a variety of associations when the word "Diabetes" is brought up, many of which center on regulating...
Julia Wojas
Jul 2, 20239 min read
Scents that Seduce: How can the way we smell influence sexual attraction?
"Odours have a power of persuasion stronger than that of words, appearances, emotions, or will. The persuasive power of an odour cannot...
Maria Rutkowska
Jul 2, 20237 min read
CRISPR/Cas9 mediated treatment of depression by the targeting of GABA receptors
Abstract About 1 in 6 people will experience major depressive disorder (MDD) at some point in their lives. Genetics is one element that...
Jasmine Biju
Apr 20, 20232 min read
Horaglanis populi: A Newly Discovered Species
An exciting discovery has been made by a team of researchers from India and Germany in Kerala, an Indian state residing on the Malabar...
Stanisław Romanowski
Mar 26, 20234 min read
Inside The Brain of a Basketball Player
With two seconds left on the shot clock, a basketball player can make a split-second decision that changes the final score of the game....
Patrycja Namsył
Mar 7, 20236 min read
The Power of Sound: How Vibrations Shape Your Brain and Behaviour
Everyone loves music. Whether you listen to it while working, walking to school or while falling asleep; on average a person listens to...
Jasmine Biju
Feb 26, 20232 min read
Mice Combat: Mirror Neurons Are To Blame
In nature, aggression among animals is not simply to win or to lose: it is an ego battle in which it establishes a sense of dominance....
Jamie Lin
Feb 22, 202313 min read
The Breakthrough of CRISPR
Just recently, two scientists have invented a technology that has the potential to cure any genetic disease in the world. A commingling...
Jasmine Biju
Feb 21, 20232 min read
The Anti-Icing Mechanism of Plants
The magnificent ability of plants to live through frost phases has been further investigated by scientists. At the Zoological Institute...
Jasmine Biju
Jan 15, 20233 min read
CAR T Cells: Eliminating Residual Tumor Cells
CAR T cell treatment is changing the fate of many patients who face recurring cancer. According to the Perelman School of Medicine at...
Maria Rutkowska
Nov 5, 20223 min read
Pyrocystis Lunula: the future of bioluminescence?
Recently, I have started participating in a volunteer program, run by Uniwersytet Dzieci. It is a program, which aims to popularise...
Julia Wojas
Oct 2, 20223 min read
The Potentially Immortal Turritopsis Dohrnii: the secret to living forever
Humans have for ages been fascinated by the idea of prolonging one’s life and the concept of eternal existence and immortality. It might...
Maya Komar Fletcher
Sep 26, 20224 min read
Tardigrades- Animals Full of Surprises
Tardigrades, also known as water bears, are an elite category of animals known as extremophiles. They are aquatic animals, with...
Adam Ho
Sep 4, 20226 min read
The Use of Functional MRI for Detecting Lies: Exploring the Limitations of Neurolaw Studies
Behind every word men utter, there is a complex series of processing and integrating information in the brain. For more than a decade,...
Jamie Lin
Aug 8, 20228 min read
Dangers of Stroke During Cardiovascular Open Heart Surgery and Preventive Precautions
Open Heart Surgery is a high risk procedure that involves cutting open the cardio to fix the issues within it. Complications of the...
Shreya Shiju
May 11, 20225 min read
The Scope of Neuroplasticity on Neuropsychiatric Disorders
Contrary to what was once popular belief, our daily experiences largely impact our neural network and brain structure, even through...
Marysol Peña
Feb 22, 202212 min read
Tuna's - Food Medicine
Keywords: Fruit properties Alimentation Prevention of disease Life quality Sustainable production ABSTRACT Opuntia ficus-indica is a...
Victoria Stanisławska
Jan 28, 20224 min read
The Brain Plague
Parkinson’s disease is the second most common neurodegenerative disease right after Alzheimer’s. Symptoms can be motor, for example,...
Diya Gopika Sandeep
Jan 24, 20222 min read
Do genetics play a role in increasing your chances of developing depression?
According to the World Health Organization, about 350 million people around the world are affected by depression. It plays a pivotal role...
Laasya Ravi
Jan 4, 20224 min read
Different methods of vaccination throughout history
Why this Topic? There is a new strain of Covid called the Omicron variant. Experts are not sure whether this mutation is more or less...
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