Assemblies of Molecules, Cells, and Groups of Cells

Assemblies of Molecules, Cells, and Groups of Cells

by Kevin Ahern, PhD, Georgina Cornwall, PhD

This course covers the material of content category 2A of the official MCAT exam content outline.

From the smallest to the largest order, biological systems organize themselves into collections of molecules that together make up the structures that form cells. These cells continue to organize themselves into tissues and later organs, making up entire multicellular and multisystemic organisms. These arrangements of nigh unfathomable complexity represent a continuous challenge to those dedicated to the study of molecular and cellular biology.

In this course, the student will be given an overview of the assemblies of different molecules, cells, and tissues. For optimal comprehension, the student should be familiar with the basic concepts of college-grade biology and chemistry.

Course Details

  • Videos 39
  • Duration 2:47 h
  • Quiz questions 91
  • Concept Pages 8

Content

Your Educators of course Assemblies of Molecules, Cells, and Groups of Cells

 Kevin Ahern, PhD

Kevin Ahern, PhD

Dr. Kevin Ahern is a Professor in the Department of Biochemistry and Biophysics at Oregon State University (OSU), USA.
He obtained his PhD in Biochemistry from Oregon State University. Currently, he teaches courses for health sciences students at OSU.
He is co-author of three Open Educational electronic textbooks on Biochemistry and a Guide to Getting Into Medical School.
Due to his achievements, he earned OSU’s highest teaching recognition, the Elizabeth P. Ritchie Distinguished Professor Award in 2017.
Within Lecturio, Dr. Ahern teaches courses on Biochemistry and on "How to Get into Medical School”.

 Georgina Cornwall, PhD

Georgina Cornwall, PhD

Dr. Georgina Cornwall is a Biology Instructor and currently works as an Instructional Designer in the private sector, developing interactive online training materials.
She obtained her PhD in Environmental, Population, and Organismic Biology at the University of Colorado, USA, in 2000, and has since taught a broad array of biology courses at various US universities.
She is an active promoter of hybrid/online teaching formats and interactive courses, and has received several awards for her engaging and innovative course design; e.g., she was named Adjunct Faculty of the Year at Colorado Mountain College in Aspen twice.
Within Lecturio, Dr. Cornwall teaches courses on Biology & Genetics.


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informative and intriguing
By Ali I. on 30. March 2024 for Ion Channel Blocker and Opener – Biological Membranes

informative and interesting way of conveying the subject which helps understanding them much easier.

 
Great lecture.
By Mariana . on 15. January 2024 for Passive Transport – Transport Across Cell Membranes

Easy to understand.I like how she uses examples to illustrate passive vs. active transport.

 
Outstanding!
By Mariana . on 15. January 2024 for Lysosomes

Amazing lecture, Dr. Georgina lessons are by far the best I've had in citology. Very clear and straight forward, perfect for the Mcat. Thank you!

 
Excellent lecture.
By Mariana . on 14. December 2023 for Endoplasmic Reticulum and Golgi Apparatus

The most important part of this lecture in my opinion is the analogies that Dr. Georgina offers. It really help us to understand for example when she associated the Golgi Complex with a Fedex facility, or when she connects the fact that liver cells have more SER since one of its important functions is detoxification.