Microcephaly Causes -The Facts about this Congenital Disorder
Micro is a term which means small and cephaly is a word mostly used in reference to the head. Microcephaly therefore means small head. It is a …
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Apollo 1 Space Mission: The History of the Apollo 1 Mission
The journey to explore space was never smooth. This article details the abortive Apollo 1 space mission, one disastrous event in the history of …
Continue ReadingDe Grouchy Syndrome Explained: An Overview of the Cause, Symptoms and Prognosis
This article presents an overview of the chromosomal disorder de Grouchy syndrome, with a look at its signs and symptoms, genetic basis and prognosis.
Continue ReadingThe Importance of Nucleic Acids: the Importance of DNA and RNA in Life, Genetics, and Diseases
Could life be possible without nucleic acids? Probably not. Learn about the importance of nucleic acids in life, genetics, and diseases
Continue ReadingCADASIL Syndrome - Essential Facts about this Autosomal Dominant Condition and Stroke Disorder
CADASIL syndrome is an inherited disorder affecting small blood vessels in the brain resulting in cerebrovascular accidents in susceptible …
Continue ReadingMysteries of the Sun: Sunspots and Maunder Minimum: Sunspots Related to Climate Change
The Sun. It gives us light, warmth, life. In ancient times it was worshiped as a god for just these reasons. But it holds many mysteries, such as …
Continue ReadingReproductive and Therapeutic Cloning - A Look at the Uses of Somatic Cell Nuclear Tansfer
Did you know that there are actually different types of cloning? This article explores reproductive and therapeutic cloning. Read on to find out …
Continue ReadingThe Structure and Function of DNA as the Molecule of Inheritance: How DNA's Structure Determines Its Function as the Molecule of Inheritance
The structure and function of DNA are highly interrelated. From the composition of base pairs to their spacial arrangement understanding the structure …
Continue ReadingInside the Black Box in Airplanes - Design, Function and Future of Flight Data Recorders
Flight data recorders are essential to the safe functioning of the aviation industry. Often called a black box in airplanes, these devices record …
Continue ReadingTypes of World War 2 Airplanes Still Flying - Types of Planes Seen at Air Shows
Throughout the United States, there are a number of World War 2 airplanes still flying, performing for people every year at air shows and through air …
Continue ReadingAmazing Facts about Outer Space: Learn Outer Space Trivia
Trivia is part of our Pop Culture. Sometimes it seems to diminish our appreciation for truly amazing facts. Can you answer why and how the Sun is …
Continue ReadingAstronauts That Have Walked On The Moon - The Apollo Program, Neil Armstrong and the Lunar Rover
Landing on the Moon is one of the greatest achievements in the history of mankind. Despite the fact that six Apollo missions successfully touched …
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