TED Talks
Janet Iwasa: How animations can help scientists test a hypothesis
3D animation can bring scientific hypotheses to life. Molecular biologist (and TED Fellow) Janet Iwasa introduces a new open-source animation software designed just for scientists.
SciShow
5 Unusual Places to Look for Life | Compilation
From "superhabitable planets" that can potentially sustain life longer than earth to rogue planets that don't even orbit a star, we’ve talked about some strange places that could host extraterrestrial life over the last few years. Here...
Bozeman Science
A Tour of the Cell
Paul Andersen takes you on a tour of the cell. He starts by explaining the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. He also explains why cells are small but not infinitely small. He also explains how the organelles work...
Curated Video
Vesicle
Usually referring to a pocket of liquid within the cytoplasm of a cell, which is used to enclose and transport chemicals. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise...
Curated Video
Cell Material Transport
Cell Material Transport describes the functions of membrane-bound cellular organelles by explaining how each facilitates transport of materials within cells.
Curated Video
The Humoral Response - B Cell Activation, Antibody Production & Memory Cells
In this video, we demystify B cell activation, antibody production, and memory cell formation in this informative video. Learn how your immune system battles pathogens like the West Nile virus, how B and T cells work together, and the...
The Noted Anatomist
Acetylcholine. ACh
This video tutorial discusses the Acetylcholine also known as ACh. 0:00. Intro to ACh 0:21. What is ACh? 0:41. What neurons release ACh? 1:47. Synthesis of ACh - 3:05. Hemicholinium 3:31. Storage of ACh - 5:07. Vesamicol 5:35. Release of...
Catalyst University
MDMA (Ecstasy) | Mechanism of Action & Metabolism
In this video, we explore the mechanism of action and metabolism of the illicit drug, ecstasy, scientifically known as 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA).
Catalyst University
The Mechanism of Insulin Biosynthesis by Pancreatic β-cells
In this video, we will discuss the biosynthetic pathway for insulin and processing which occurs via the secretory pathway.
Catalyst University
Peroxisomes and Lysosomes: Intracellular Defense
Peroxisomes and Lysosomes: Intracellular Defense
Professor Dave Explains
Receptors: Signal Transduction and Phosphorylation Cascade
Did you know that cells can talk to one another? One cell can send a molecule over to another cell, and a receptor protein in the cell membrane will receive it, just like molecular walkie-talkies. Check it out!
Curated OER
A Tour of the Cell
The differences between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells are explained and the parts of each are highlighted. Discover the major organelles found in an animal cell and each of their functions. Paul Andersen does an excellent job once...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Biology: Parts of a Cell
A detailed description of the anatomy of a cell. [21:03]
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Golgi Body: Structure and Function
This lesson will describe the structure and function of a cell's golgi body.