Diffusion – Exchange and Transport Ep 2

Diagram of facilitated diffusion through a channel protein.

Diffusion is one of those topics that pops up at all levels of biology, and each time gets a little more complicated. But it is still the basic process of substances evenly distributing themselves. It is just a little more complex when it happens across a cell membrane. Simple diffusion Firstly, lets recap the basics... Continue Reading →

28th November 2020 11

Cell Membrane Structure – Exchange and Transport Ep 1

Today we are starting a new series looking at how substances are exchanged across cell membranes and transported around organisms. These processes are really important for getting essential resources such as oxygen and glucose to all the cells in an organism. We will start by taking a closer look at the structure of the cell... Continue Reading →

21st November 2020 9

Fatty Acids, Triglycerides and Phospholipids – Biological Molecules Ep 4

Diagram showing how unsaturated fatty acids have at least one double carbon bond whereas saturated fatty acids have all single bonds.

Lipids are a particular interest of mine as my PhD was based on fat metabolism. They have important functions in the body, and can be both friend and foe. Fatty Acids Fatty acids all have the same basic structure, but have a variable R group which is a long hydrocarbon chain. If there are no... Continue Reading →

17th October 2020 4

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