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The Biology Behind Fear

STEMe

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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Levels of Biological Organization

MooMoo Math & Science

A Biome is a large ecosystem that has formed in response to the physical environment in which they are found and a shared regional climate. Life is both mysterious and amazing. Within a beautiful forest there are all kinds of interactions taking place.between both living and non-living factors.

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Can behavioural interventions improve biological health outcomes?

Futurum

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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STEM Career Spotlight: Women In STEM

Accelerate Learning

From molecular biology to nuclear physics, women scientists are making significant contributions to our understanding of the universe, and it's about time we celebrate their achievements. But today, women in STEM are breaking barriers, shattering glass ceilings, and achieving incredible accomplishments that are changing the world.

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Teaching Macromolecules in Biology

The Trendy Science Teacher

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. The post Teaching Macromolecules in Biology appeared first on The Trendy Science Teacher. Introduction.

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UCLA Life Sciences Revamped How It Teaches Math. Is It an Example Others Should Follow?

ED Surge

The need for biology students to understand math concepts has become increasingly important, especially with the digital revolution sweeping across science. And while women are the majority of workers in health-related jobs, as of last year, they’re less present in the physical sciences or, say, engineering.

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Biology position open - know someone who wants to teach in my department?

Jacobs Physics

Our long time biology teacher is retiring, and we're looking for someone to join our department. In terms of biology teaching, our science faculty teach three full-year sections of 14 or so students each, usually with only one or two preps; plus one half-year section of "science thesis seminar." Our academics are 100% evidence based.

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