CLEAN : Japans Ohsumi wins Nobel Prize for cell recycling work

CLEAN : Japans Ohsumi wins Nobel Prize for cell recycling work

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Biology, Science, Other

11th Grade - University

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The transcript discusses Yoshinori Ohsumi's contributions to understanding autophagy, a cellular process crucial for regulating physiological functions and linked to various human diseases. It highlights the significance of his work, which has paved the way for new treatment strategies. The transcript also includes a personal anecdote about Ohsumi's reaction to receiving the Nobel Prize.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where was Yoshinori Ohsumi born?

Tokyo, Japan

Fukuoka, Japan

Osaka, Japan

Kyoto, Japan

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary focus of Yoshinori Ohsumi's pioneering work?

Genetic engineering

Molecular mechanism of autophagy

Quantum physics

Artificial intelligence

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does autophagy regulate cellular functions?

By controlling cell division

By regulating physiological functions

By altering DNA sequences

By producing energy

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What potential does the understanding of autophagy hold for human health?

Improvement in agricultural yield

Development of new strategies for treating diseases

Advancement in space exploration

Creation of new energy sources

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Yoshinori Ohsumi react to receiving the Nobel Prize?

He was indifferent

He was surprised and pleased

He was angry

He was disappointed