Biochemistry
Learning about biochemistry and the chemical processes of living beings is easy with BrightHub’s collection of helpful articles in the Genetics Channel. Read about the structure of cells, molecules, proteins, lipids and more written in an easy-to-undetsand style by teachers, students and researchers.
Kreb's Cycle Process and Information
The Krebs cycle is necessary for life. Read on to learn more about this important process and how it occurs.
Post-translational Modifications in Proteins
Proteins formed during the translational process are require to go through various post-translational modifications to make them functional. Learn the mechanisms that take place during protein folding and processing.
Fatal Water Intoxication: Definiton, How it Happens, Symptoms and Risk Factors
Many people think fatal water intoxication is a myth. However, it is a true medical condition. So, read on to learn about it.
Bacterium Clostridium Botulinum: What Kingdom Would you Find Clostridium Botulinum? Plus Other Information
Lean about the bacterium Clostridium botulinum - where it lives, and the potential harm it can do to humans.
How the Ebola Virus Affects the Human Body: Learn the Symptoms of Ebola
The Ebola virus is a member of the Filoviridae family of RNA viruses. It causes an often fatal disease in humans called Ebola hemorrhagic fever.
Telomerase Enzymes and Aging: The Human Telomerase Enzyme May Protect Against Age-Related Diseases
Want to find out how to boost human longevity? Look at the genomes of some very old people and see if they have some genetic or biochemical factors that ordinary mortals do not. And what do you find? High levels of an enzyme called telomerase.
What Are Boogers and What Causes Boogers?
They fascinate children almost everywhere, and during our lifetimes our noses will produce thousands of them from the gallons of mucus we pump out. But what causes boogers and just what are boogers?
Farts and the Causes of Flatulence
It’s an ill wind that sometimes blows across the room, but don’t worry you’re not to blame. Flatulence has a number of causes and one of them is the bacteria that live inside you. Read on to find out more about what causes flatulence.
The Causes of Smelly Feet: Bacteria and Sweaty Smelly Feet
Foot odor can clear a room in seconds. The overwhelming stench that can wilt a flower from ten paces is caused by amongst other things poor personal hygiene and excessive sweating. Find out more about the causes of smelly feet and the problems of sweaty smelly feet.
Facts About Proteins and Protein Structure
Did you know that proteins are nanoparticles? Or, that proteins have levels of increasing complexity in structure? Find out more about these and many other interesting facts about proteins and protein structure.