Molecular chaperones are proteins that assist in the proper folding, assembly, and stabilization of other proteins. They prevent misfolding and aggregation, guide proteins to their functional conformation, and can help refold or target damaged proteins for degradation. This is an MCQ on Protein Chaperones (MCQ on Molecular Chaperones). Molecular Biology […]
Caspases are a family of protease enzymes that play essential roles in apoptosis (programmed cell death) and inflammation. They cleave specific proteins at aspartic acid residues, triggering cellular processes such as DNA fragmentation and membrane blebbing during apoptosis. This is an MCQ on Caspases in Apoptosis (Structure and Functions of […]
The nucleus is a membrane-bound organelle in eukaryotic cells that contains most of the cell’s genetic material in the form of DNA. It serves as the control center, regulating gene expression and facilitating DNA replication and RNA transcription. This is an MCQ on Nucleus Structure and Functions. | Cell and […]
Wood anatomy is the study of the structure and organization of wood tissues. It includes examining cells like vessels, tracheids, fibers, and rays that form the xylem for water transport and support. It aids in species identification and understanding wood properties. This is an MCQ on Wood Anatomy. Botany Notes […]
Synthetic biology is an interdisciplinary field that applies engineering principles to design and construct biological systems with novel functions. It involves DNA synthesis, genetic engineering, and computational modelling to create organisms capable of producing valuable products or performing specific tasks. This is an MCQ on Synthetic Biology Concept and Applications. […]
Bioinformatics emerged in the 1960s, integrating biology and computer science to analyze biological data. Early efforts focused on sequence analysis. Advances in computing power and molecular biology have since propelled bioinformatics to encompass genomics, proteomics, and systems biology, revolutionizing life sciences research. This is an MCQ on Scientists and Discoveries […]
Computational biology is an interdisciplinary field that applies computational methods to analyse biological data. It involves mathematical modelling, data analysis, and simulation to understand complex biological systems, aiding in drug discovery, genomics, evolutionary biology, and systems biology research. This article is on Computational Biology MCQ with Answer Key. | Biotechnology […]
BLAST (Basic Local Alignment Search Tool) is a widely used bioinformatics tool developed by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for comparing biological sequences against databases to identify homologous sequences, infer evolutionary relationships, and predict functional annotations. This is an MCQ on BLAST Analysis: Principles and Applications in Bioinformatics and […]
Bioinformatics is an interdisciplinary field that combines biology, computer science, and statistics to analyse and interpret biological data, particularly large datasets like DNA sequences. It involves developing algorithms, software tools, and databases to extract meaningful insights for biological research and applications. This is an MCQ on Bioinformatics: Concept and Applications. […]