Science in everyday life
Physiology: molecules and mechanisms
Flowers bloom, birds fly, and our hearts beat. From microscopic interactions like oxygen exchange to visible motions such as walking, physiology explains it all!
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What is… One Health?
The health of humans, animals, and plants are all related, though those three topics aren’t often discussed together. One Health aims to ensure optimal health of the environment, animals, and humans by addressing those groups collaboratively.
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Psittacosis, the parrot fever
Zika virus is just one of many diseases spread by mosquitoes that you’ve probably heard of. But did you know that you can get pneumonia from birds? Psittacosis is a rare bird-borne bacterial illness that can cause serious systemic issues.
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What is… fermentation?
Fermentation has been used to make foods and drinks for thousands of years. This is despite the fact that the science behind the process was only recently discovered. Common fermented products include chocolate, coffee, soy sauce, and yogurt, among others.
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Symbiosis: natural synergy
Some people get along well, while others don’t. Similar relationships exist amongst other living things. These interactions, called symbiosis, range from mutually beneficial to parasitic.
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Typhoid Mary and Zac Efron
Right off the bat, you probably don’t think Zac Efron and Typhoid Mary have much in common. However, there’s at least one shared characteristic between the two.
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Things bacteria can do that humans can’t
Bacteria are some of the most ancient creatures to still exist today. You probably know them as a type of germ, but they can do much more than cause disease! Remember, not all bacteria are bad.