Curated Video
I WONDER - What Are Enzymes?
This video is answering the question of what are enzymes.
Catalyst University
Beta Oxidation of a Saturated Fatty Acid
In this video, we discuss the primary beta oxidation pathway for saturated fatty acids with an even number of carbon atoms. We also discuss the NADH and FADH2 yield.
Mazz Media
Monogastric
This live-action video program is about the monogastric digestive system. The program is designed to reinforce and support a student's comprehension and retention of the term through use of video footage, photographs, diagrams and...
FuseSchool
How DNA Can Be Extracted From Fruit
Did you know that you share 50% of your DNA with a banana? You might be more closely related than you thought! This is because all living cells contain genetic material in the form of the chemical DNA. Each of your cells contains an...
Catalyst University
Overview of Metabolism [Part 1] | Glycolysis, β-oxidation, Glycogen Metabolism, & Lactose Metabolism
This video is part of a series in which we do an overview of metabolism and pathways. Specifically, this video covers glycolysis, β-oxidation, glycogen metabolism, and lactose metabolism.
Professor Dave Explains
Synthetic Biology and Materials Science Part 2: Nature-Made Plastics
In the previous tutorial we outlined the basics regarding synthetic biology as applied to materials science. We can engineer microorganisms that will produce virtually any compound we want, via a series of reactions that are catalyzed by...
Curated Video
Physical Physical Digestion: The Role of Teeth and Other Digestive Processes
This video is a lecture presentation on physical digestion. The speaker discusses the process of breaking down food into smaller pieces without any chemical changes to the food molecules, which is known as physical digestion. The role of...
Catalyst University
PUFAs: Beta-Oxidation of Oleic Acid (1 Double Bond)
Basics of beta-oxidation for the monounsaturated fatty acid, oleic acid (also valid for palmitoleic acid)
Catalyst University
Intestinal Production of Hydrogen Gas (H2) by Bacteria for Reduced Coenzymes
Bacteria of the human intestinal microbiome generate hydrogen gas (H2). Hydrogen gas is used by these same bacteria for methanogenesis, a biochemical pathway which generates methane. Here, we will discuss this process.
Curated Video
Genetic Engineering: Insulin Production Process
The video explains the process of genetic engineering using the example of insulin production. The video explains the various steps involved in isolating the required gene using enzymes and preparing an appropriate vector for the gene....
Catalyst University
Alcohol Dehydrogenase: Physiology, Biochemistry, and Mechanism
Alcohol Dehydrogenase: Physiology, Biochemistry, and Mechanism
Catalyst University
Biosignaling - Canonical Wnt β-catenin Signaling
Biosignaling - Canonical Wnt β-catenin Signaling
Catalyst University
Major Parts of Long Bones | Compact & Spongy Bone Histology
In this video, we will discuss the major parts of long bones. Then we take a look at the histology of compact (cortical) and spongy (trabecular) bone.
Catalyst University
Omega Oxidation for Fatty Acids
In this video, we discuss the omega oxidation pathway for medium chain fatty acids and what happens to them afterward.
Visual Learning Systems
Food and Digestion: Journey Through the Digestive Tract
Every day we eat a wide variety of food to provide the body with the energy it needs. All food is not the same and contains different types of nutrients. This series of programs explores the six major groups of nutrients....
Catalyst University
PUFAs: Polyunsaturated Fatty Acid Metabolism (DHA, EPA, AA)
Basics of the biosynthesis of DHA and EPA from alpha-linoleic acid. Introduction to omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids.
Professor Dave Explains
The Complement System: Classical, Lectin, and Alternative Pathways
We are learning about the features of innate immunity, and one that is often overlooked is the complement system. This is a very complicated ensemble of proteins circulating in the bloodstream that activate each other in a specific...
Curated Video
Pseudo-Ruminant
This live-action video program is about the pseudo-ruminant digestive system. The program is designed to reinforce and support a student's comprehension and retention of the term through use of video footage, photographs, diagrams and...