Bozeman Science
Anatomy and Physiology
Paul Andersen introduces Anatomy and Physiology in this podcast. He starts by describing how the form of an object fits the function. He then explains the themes of homeostasis and hierarchy. He describes the four major types of tissues;...
Crash Course
Sympathetic Nervous System: Crash Course A&P
Hank tries not to stress you out too much as he delves into the functions and terminology of your sympathetic nervous system. -- Table of Contents Sympathetic Nervous System Controls the Body's Stress Response 0:26 How Signals Travel to...
Crash Course
Urinary System, part 2: Crash Course A&P
As we promised last week, we're not quite done talking about your pee yet. Today Hank explains how the urinary system regulates the production of urine, by maintaining a study glomerular flow rate. He'll also cover the anatomy of storing...
SciShow
Why Doesn't Your Sphincter Get Tired?
Keeping a muscle clenched usually tires it out eventually, but that’s not the case for sphincters, which do things a little differently.
Crash Course
Big Guns: The Muscular System - CrashCourse Biology
Hank tells us the story of the complicated chemical dance that allows our skeletal muscles to contract and relax.
Crash Course
Digestive System, part 2: Crash Course A&P
Nearly 200 years ago, Alexis St. Martin was shot in the stomach. He was saved by local army doctor William Beaumont, but had to live out his remaining years with a gaping hole in the stomach -- allowing Beaumont to learn a lot about how...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: How does asthma work? - Christopher E. Gaw
More than 300 million people around the world suffer from asthma, and around 250,000 people die from it each year. But why do people get asthma, and how can this disease be deadly? Christopher E. Gaw describes the main symptoms and...
TED-Ed
TED-ED: How your muscular system works - Emma Bryce
Each time you take a step, 200 muscles work in unison to lift your foot, propel it forward, and set it down. It's just one of the many thousands of tasks performed by the muscular system: this network of over 650 muscles covers the body...
Bozeman Science
The Muscular System
Paul Andersen explains the three types of muscle found in humans; striated, smooth and cardiac muscle. He explains how actin and myosin interact to contract the sarcomere in a muscle. The sliding filament theory explains how ATP and...
Bozeman Science
Anatomy and Physiology
Paul Andersen introduces Anatomy and Physiology in this podcast. He starts by describing how the form of an object fits the function. He then explains the themes of homeostasis and hierarchy. He describes the four major types of tissues;...
Institute of Human Anatomy
The Strongest & Most Fascinating Muscles In Your Body
In this video, Jonathan from the Institute of Human Anatomy discusses 5 amazing muscles that have unique functions when compared to the typical skeletal muscle. Some of these muscles can protect the body and even make life a little bit...
Institute of Human Anatomy
It's Time to STOP Believing These Myths About Your Body
In this video, Jonathan from the Institute of Human Anatomy discusses five of the biggest myths about the human body.
Institute of Human Anatomy
How Many Muscles Does it Take to POOP?
In this video, Jonathan from the Institute of Human Anatomy discusses the anatomy of the large intestine, as well as the mechanics of defecation.
The Noted Anatomist
Ureter, Bladder and Urethra
This brief video tutorial discusses the anatomy of the kidney: 0:00. Introduction 0.14. Ureter - 4:25. Kidney stones (referred pain) 6:33. Bladder and Internal urethral sphincter 12:52. Urethra 15:50. Intravenous pyelogram (IVP) 16:30....
Catalyst University
Nitric Oxide Synthase: Physiology, Biochemistry, and Mechanism
Nitric Oxide Synthase: Physiology, Biochemistry, and Mechanism
Visual Learning Systems
Skin, Skeletal, and Muscular Systems: Muscles in the Body
This colorful series of videos highlights the major features of the skin, skeletal, and muscular systems. Live-action footage, accompanied by three-dimensional animations, illustrate these fascinating body systems. Special attention is...
Visual Learning Systems
The Three Types of Muscles in the Human Body
In this video, the different types of muscles (skeletal, smooth, cardiac) in the human body are explained. The video highlights how muscles work in pairs, contracting and relaxing to allow movement, and provides a basic understanding of...
The Noted Anatomist
Muscarinic cholinergic receptors
This video tutorial discusses the Muscarinic cholinergic receptors: 0:00. Intro 0:15. What are cholinergic receptors? 0:25. What are muscarinic receptors? 1:52. Act through G-Protein coupled receptors that act through 2nd messengers...
Institute of Human Anatomy
Understanding Vasectomy: Birth Control for Men
In this video, the teacher discusses the vasectomy procedure for male birth control. They explain the anatomy of the male reproductive system, how the procedure is done, its effectiveness, and the pros and cons associated with it. They...
Catalyst University
Mechanisms of β1-blockers, Calcium-channel Blockers, & α-blockers
In this video, we will be exploring the mechanisms of action of several antihypertensive drugs that act in the cardiovascular system and on the heart: β-blockers, calcium-channel blocker's, and α-blockers.
The Noted Anatomist
Orbital anatomy tutorial
This is a brief video tutorial on the anatomy of the eye.
The Noted Anatomist
Autonomic innervation of vessels
This video tutorial briefly covers the sympathetic and parasympathetic role on vessel innervation. It focuses on the following: - Sympathetic neurotransmitters (epinephrine and nor-epinephrine) and receptors (adrenergic). -...
Catalyst University
Anatomy & Physiology of the Lymphatic Vessels
In this video, I discuss the anatomy and physiology of lymphatic capillaries and lymphatic vessels.
Catalyst University
Pulmonary Pharmacology [Part 1] | Bronchoconstriction & Bronchodilation Mechanisms
In this video, explore the biochemical mechanisms that promote bronchoconstriction and bronchodilation.