• Biology

    Life Cycle of a Virus

    Viruses are ubiquitous, meaning they are everywhere. Previously, we learn the basic definition of a virus and its structure and whether it is considered alive or not.  Viruses can be transmitted in many ways. The majority of human viruses can spread through contact with bodily fluids such as saliva, mucus,…

  • Biology

    Handwashing Science: Why Soap works?

    Wash your hands! You’ve heard it a million times by now. And most likely you’ll be hearing it millions more over the next few months. During a global pandemic, washing your hands frequently goes a long way in protecting yourself and your loved ones. Done properly with soap and water,…

  • Biology

    VACCINE SERIES PART 1- EARLY HISTORY

    In this Vaccine series, we look at the history of inoculation and the importance of smallpox in this chronicle. The chronicle of vaccines started way before Edward Jenner’s innovation on vaccinations in the 18th century. Humanity and disease share a long and eventful history. In particular, smallpox has had a…