Gregor Johan Mendel, the Father of Genetics, used Pisum sativum (garden pea) as the study material for his hybridization experiments. He studied the inheritance pattern of seven pairs of contrasting characters in Pisum sativum for deriving his conclusions. A combination of luck, scientific aptitude, foresight, mathematical background and most importantly […]
Immunology is the branch of biomedical science that deals with the study of the immune system, which is responsible for protecting the body from foreign substances, such as pathogens (e.g., bacteria, viruses) and abnormal cells (e.g., cancer cells). This Essential Immunology MCQ will help you to understand the basics of […]
Type I vs Type II Interferons Interferons or INFs are glycoproteins with indirect antiviral properties. They are cytokines whose production in the cell is induced by viral infections. Interferons stimulate the synthesis of antiviral proteins in the cells which inhibit the multiplication of viral particles. Learn more: Interferons: Definition, […]
Interferons are Glycoproteins with Antiviral Properties Interferons or INFs are low molecular weight glyco-proteins produced by certain eukaryotic cells in response to viral infections. They are cytokines with indirect or non-specific antiviral activities. Interferons stimulate the production of antiviral proteins in the cells which inhibit the synthesis of viral RNA […]
What is Solid State Fermentation (SSF)? In Solid State Fermentation, also called Solid Substrate Fermentation or SSF, the fermentation substrate or media will be in the solid state. Here the microorganisms are grown on a solid substratum in the absence or near absence of free water. The moisture content of […]