Programmed Cell Death: Why Cells Choose Apoptosis
Introduction: Why Cells Choose to Die It sounds like a contradiction. Why would a cell—a unit of life—meticulously plan and… Read More »Programmed Cell Death: Why Cells Choose Apoptosis
DNA Damage
Types of Mutations: Transitions, Transversions, and Frameshift mutation
Mutations caused by chemical and physical mutagens are classified based on how they alter the DNA sequence. The two major… Read More »Types of Mutations: Transitions, Transversions, and Frameshift mutation
Reactive Oxygen Species and DNA Damage (ROS) – Mechanism, Fenton Reaction & Mutations
Reactive Oxygen Species and DNA damage are closely linked processes in cellular biology. ROS such as superoxide, hydrogen peroxide, and… Read More »Reactive Oxygen Species and DNA Damage (ROS) – Mechanism, Fenton Reaction & Mutations