Professor Kay Grunewald tells us how structural cell biology can help us understand virus infection. Cells constitute the smallest autonomous units of life. The tightly regulated structural and functional organisation is currently only rudimentary understood. Professor Kay Grünewald uses electron cryotomography in combination with other techniques to analyse ... Show More
Feb 2025
Cell Biology: Types of Cells 🔬GCSE Biology Learning & Revision
In this episode, we’ll explore the fundamental building blocks of life: cells. We’ll distinguish between the two main cell types—eukaryotic and prokaryotic. Eukaryotic cells, found in organisms like plants and animals, are typically larger, while prokaryotic cells, such as bacter ... Show More
13m 42s
Jan 2025
Cell Biology: Properties of Prokaryotes🦠 - GCSE Biology Learning & Revision
In this episode, Jamie explores the fascinating world of prokaryotic cells, focusing on their unique features such as plasmids, the absence of mitochondria and chloroplasts, and their distinctive way of storing genetic material. This discussion is particularly valuable for studen ... Show More
1m 31s
Feb 2025
Homeostasis 🧫 GCSE Biology Learning & Revision
In this episode, we’ll explore homeostasis, the process organisms use to maintain stable internal conditions. We’ll discuss how this regulation is essential for responding to changes in both internal and external environments. Using enzyme function as an example, we’ll examine ho ... Show More
4m 18s