Photo courtesy PDPhoto.org Scientists have uncovered the reason why garlic has such good health benefits. Garlic contains a compound called allicin which is a powerful antioxidant. Allicin is ... Read More

Onion cell in telophase. © The Entangled Bank Mitosis, a form of cell division, enables organisms to grow and reproduce. Dividing cells go through an ordered series ... Read More

Centrioles are cylindrical structures that are composed of groupings of microtubules arranged in a 9 + 3 pattern. The pattern is so named because a ring of nine microtubule triplets ... Read More

Credit: NIH Scientists have used brain imaging studies to show that men are able to control brain responses to food, while women cannot. Using positron emission tomography (PET) ... Read More

Image courtesy of MedValet The human body is made up of several organ systems that work together as one unit. There are ten major organ systems of the ... Read More

Science projects give you the opportunity to experience science and biology through hands-on activities. Some students however, find it difficult getting started on a project. So where do you get ... Read More

Hydra Image credit: BIODIDAC With the prevalence of antibiotic resistant bacteria on the rise, scientists are diligently seeking new antibacterial agents to deal with the problem. It seems ... Read More

Have you ever wondered where all of those digested food molecules are absorbed in your body? Well, before those carbohydrates, proteins, and fats can be absorbed, they must be broken ... Read More

Courtesy U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Did you know that polar bears look white, but they actually have black skin? Did you know that frogs have an ear ... Read More

Bed bug Instances of bed bug infestations have been on the rise in all types of residences in urban areas. That includes homes, hotels, and apartments. What are ... Read More

Endangered Florida Panther USFWS photo by John & Karen Hollingsworth Endangered species are animals and plants that are on the verge of vanishing from the earth. These species ... Read More

Onion cell in anaphase. © The Entangled Bank Mitosis, a form of cell division, enables organisms to grow and reproduce. Dividing cells go through an ordered series ... Read More

Photo: USFWS Temperate forests are areas with high levels of precipitation and humidity. These forests also contain a variety of deciduous trees. Deciduous trees lose their leaves in ... Read More

Researchers from the University of Kentucky have discovered that grape seed extract causes cancer cells to die. The extract activates a protein which causes leukemia cells to self destruct by ... Read More

Happy New Year! However, after a night of celebration and drinking, many people may not feel so happy. They may be wondering why they feel weak, thirsty, have headaches, and ... Read More