High School Molecular Diagnostics Interactive Videos

Learn about various biotechnological techniques and their significant applications in the medical field, with a focus on red biotechnology and molecular diagnostics. Gain insights into advanced concepts such as gene therapy and the application of PCR in diagnostics, enhancing understanding of biotechnology's role in modern medicine.

Examine innovative diagnostic methodologies that aim to revolutionize healthcare by incorporating real-time data from implantable sources. Understand the constraints of existing diagnostic techniques, explore potential applications of the inside-out approach, and stay informed about the latest advancements in disease modeling.

Examine the innovative technique of utilizing the human body as a self-diagnostic laboratory, overcoming the limitations of traditional biopsies through the use of engineered tissues for real-time molecular assessment. Gain insights into how this method improves disease detection and monitoring, with potential transformative impacts on future healthcare diagnostics and treatment methodologies.

Explore diverse CRISPR technology applications beyond gene editing, encompassing diagnostics, antibiotic development, and xenotransplantation. Gain insights into CRISPR's impact on modern biotechnology, while developing skills to understand its influence on medicine and agriculture.

Investigate how CRISPR technology is applied in COVID-19 testing, focusing on its precision and effectiveness in detecting the virus through genetic sequencing. Understand the advantages of CRISPR-based methods in diagnostic test development, and examine how these innovations enhance the speed and accuracy of COVID-19 detection.

Explore Peru's efforts in combating mosquitoes responsible for spreading the Zika virus, focusing on the importance of effectively targeting specific areas. Understand strategies for disease prevention and the impact of community health campaigns on public safety.

Explore the realm of rare diseases and the emerging field of molecular sleuthing that aims to unravel their mysteries. Learn the scientific processes behind identifying genetic mutations and understand their broader impact on healthcare advancements, focusing on the development of skills essential for uncovering genetic markers and advancing medical science.

Explore molecular orbital theory and reaction mechanisms in organic chemistry, with a focus on Grignard reagents, SN2 reactions, and radical bromination. Gain a deeper understanding of electron behavior in reactions, apply these concepts to solve complex chemical problems, and enhance skills in naming organic compounds using IUPAC conventions.

Explore the foundational concepts of biological evolution, examining mechanisms such as gene flow, natural selection, and genetic drift, supported by evidence from fossil records and biogeography. Gain a clear understanding of evolution as an ongoing process in populations, and how evidence from various sources reinforces evolutionary theory.

Explore the mechanisms, administration routes, and side effects of glucocorticoids, emphasizing their role in treating conditions such as asthma and managing immune responses. Gain insights into the endocrine functions of glucocorticoids, understand their significant mechanisms of action, and recognize the potential health implications associated with their use.

Explore the complexities of genetic diseases through a focus on molecular investigation and the identification of genetic mutations responsible for disorders. Gain insights into the processes of discovering and potentially treating genetic conditions, thereby expanding knowledge of molecular genetics and its applications in scientific research.

Explore the molecular geometry of oxygen difluoride (OF2) through the VSEPR theory to determine its shape. Understand how electron pair repulsion influences molecular structure and examine the role of lone pairs in geometry distortion. Calculate bond angles in bent molecular configurations.

Examine the principles of molecular polarity by understanding the role of geometry and electronegativity in determining the polar characteristics of molecules. Learn how structures, such as the bent shape of water, contribute to these characteristics. Develop skills to identify polar and non-polar molecules and predict their behavior in various chemical reactions and solutions.

Focus on the intricacies of covalent bonding, highlighting the sharing of electrons and the importance of electronegativity in forming stable molecules like water. Gain a comprehensive understanding of covalent interactions, molecular structure construction, and critical chemical principles, enhancing skills in predicting molecular stability.

Explore fundamental techniques in molecular biology, focusing on DNA manipulation tools such as Taq polymerase, restriction enzymes, and gel electrophoresis. Develop an understanding of the significance of these techniques in scientific research, enhancing the ability to apply molecular biology concepts to real-world scenarios.

Explore Yoshinori Ohsumi's pioneering research on autophagy, which revolutionized the understanding of cellular recycling processes and earned a Nobel Prize. Gain insights into the molecular mechanisms of autophagy and its potential applications in developing new disease treatments, enhancing knowledge of cell biology and scientific innovation.

Explore the molecular geometry of the ammonium ion (NH4+) through VSEPR theory, focusing on identifying shapes and bond angles. Gain skills in determining molecular structures and understanding how electron pair repulsion influences geometry.

Examine the molecular geometry of propane by analyzing bond angles, steric numbers, and the arrangement of atoms around the central carbon. Enhance understanding of molecular structures and geometries, thereby deepening knowledge of organic chemistry concepts.

Explore the molecular geometry of N2H2 with a focus on predicting and understanding the influence of lone pairs on molecular shape. Gain knowledge of AXE notation and develop the ability to identify various molecular geometries, enhancing skills in chemical structure analysis.

Investigate the molecular geometry of the methyl anion (CH3-) by examining Lewis structures, calculating steric numbers, and analyzing how lone pairs influence bond angles. Develop skills in predicting molecular shapes and understanding the principles of trigonal pyramidal geometry.