Anahita Kodali, Medical Sciences, News, Summer 2020 Figure 1: Information travels from neuron to neuron over the synapse. In order to get information across these tiny gaps, the brain uses molecules called neurotransmitters, which act as chemical messengers and transmit signals. Image Source: Wikimedia Commons Memory is defined as the … Continue reading
Anahita Kodali, Life Sciences, News, Summer 2020 Figure 1: Durian is the world’s smelliest fruit. Though the flavor itself is pleasant and sweet, many people cannot stomach more than a bite because of its powerful smell. Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons Humans have five senses: sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch. … Continue reading
Anahita Kodali, Medical Sciences, News, Summer 2020 Figure 1: SARS-CoV-2 (whose structure is shown above) is undoubtedly the most impactful virus in the coronavirus family currently known. Symptoms of COVID-19 include high fever, fatigue, and shortness of breath. In many cases, the disease can become more severe, causing persistent chest … Continue reading
Anahita Kodali, Medical Sciences, News, Summer 2020 Figure 1: Another disease caused by aging is Alzheimer’s, characterized by the brain changes shown in this image. Alzheimer’s results in extreme cognitive issues in elderly individuals. Image Citation: Wikimedia Commons As people grow older, their bodies change in several ways. For one, … Continue reading
Anahita Kodali, Medical Sciences, News, Summer 2020 Figure 1: Wrigley’s, a popular brand of gum, contains E171. Other brands containing the additive include Trident, Pur, and EPIC. Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons Food directly impacts people’s weight and health. One indisputable factor that contributes to weight gain is the number … Continue reading