Concept

Steroid

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Explores the synthesis of steroid hormones from cholesterol and the metabolic pathway to cholesterol from glucose.

Endocrinology Basics: Hormones and Receptors

Explores the properties and functions of different hormone types in the endocrine system, including polypeptides, modified amino acids, and steroids.

Nuclear Receptors: Structure and Evolution

Explores the structure and evolution of nuclear hormone receptors, from basic steroid hormone structure to key mutations in resurrected proteins.

Lipids: Structure and Function

Explores the diverse structures and functions of lipids, including triglycerides, phosphoglycerolipids, and steroids, focusing on their roles in biological membranes and signaling pathways.

Sex Differentiation: Reproductive System and Gonads

Explores sex differentiation, reproductive system, and gonads in the development of male and female characteristics.

Cell Signaling: Receptors and Communication Pathways

Explores cell signaling pathways, hormone actions, red hair genetics, hair color determination, and food intake regulation.

Proteins: Structure and Function

Explores the structure and function of proteins, including defence, structural, regulatory, and other types, and discusses the concept of protein machines in cell function.

Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia

Delves into Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia, a genetic disorder with severe health consequences due to hormonal imbalances.