Following the fecundation of an egg by a sperm, the fertilized egg begins a series of cell divisions that leads to the formation of a mass of cells known as the blastula. This mass contains two types of cell masses, the trophoblast, and the inner cell mass. The trophoblast leads to the formation of the…
Nanomedicine is an area of medical applications that focuses on the use of nanotechnology for the diagnosis of diseases, delivery of drugs, and repair of damaged tissues in patients. The materials that are used by this technology are named nanomaterials due to their size which is within the nanometer range. 1. What Is a Nanomaterial?…
“Genetically Unlucky? Work On Your Epigenetics” delves into the fascinating realm where genetics and epigenetics intersect, offering insights into how individuals can transcend their genetic predispositions. In a world where “bad luck” often seems to be dictated by our genes, understanding the role of epigenetics becomes paramount. This article explores how epigenetic modifications can potentially…
Gene therapy is a field of biology or medicine that focuses on introducing or replacing defective genes that are involved in the etiology of some genetic diseases. To introduce or replace defective genes, this approach involves using viral or non-viral vectors to insert healthy copies of genes into the cells of affected people to re-establish their normal…
