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The Biology Behind Fear

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Understanding the biology of fear is crucial for unraveling the intricacies of our survival instinct and how it influences our behavior and overall well-being. Two neurotransmitters that play key roles in the biology of fear are glutamate and GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid).

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Concrete change: the innovative chemistry of sustainable cement

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Concrete change: the innovative chemistry of sustainable cement Published: The global cement industry is gigantic, so finding ways to reduce its impact on the climate is essential for a sustainable future. The chemistry of cement It is the use of resources, especially raw materials, that forms the current focus of Theo’s research.

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Teaching Macromolecules in Biology

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Teaching macromolecules could very well be one of the most boring topics in Biology! Today, on the blog, I am sharing some ideas for Teaching Macromolecules in Biology. Crash Course Biology- You Are What you Eat. My students do pretty well with the content until we start talking chemistry. Introduction. Talk to ya soon!

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Can behavioural interventions improve biological health outcomes?

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Living in disadvantaged neighbourhoods increases stress, limits physical activity and increases sedentary behaviour, which influence biologic CVD risk factors.” This intervention involves teaching nutrition education, physical activities, stress management techniques and coping skills to perimenopausal Latinas.

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Top 5 Science Kits for Budding Scientists

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This kit includes over 15 experiments, covering topics such as chemistry, biology, and geology. It includes 24 experiments that cover a wide range of scientific concepts, including physics, chemistry, and biology. Have you tried any of these science kits? Do you have any other recommendations?

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Black holes: the meeting of gravity and quantum physics

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Black holes: the meeting of gravity and quantum physics. Dr Daniel Terno and his team at Macquarie University in Sydney, Australia, are building a framework of characteristics that can be used to search for black holes in the Universe, but their findings may challenge our understanding of the fundamental laws of physics.

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Left-brain or Right-brain Dominant? Explore the Ideal Subjects to Nurture your Strengths

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The Sciences The sciences, including physics, chemistry and biology, are perfect for left-brain dominant individuals. Left-brain dominant individuals excel in this subject as they can easily understand and interpret financial information.