Unit A: Nervous and Endocrine Systems

Learn about the history, function, uses, benefits and risks of ophthalmic imaging as a medical imaging technology.

The human brain has many different parts. Each one plays a different function. But they all work together to manage complex thoughts, feelings and behaviours.

Consuming sugary foods and drinks activates your brain’s reward system - the same system that can cause addiction.

This brain model helped doctors better explain things to their patients. Learn about this Ingenium artifact and make your own version using 3D printing!

Explore how we see things far and near and from different angles. It's all about perspective!

Zoetropes are an early form of animation technology. Learn about this Ingenium artifact and make your own version of this artifact using 3D printing!

Ever wondered why we have two eyes (and not one, three or more)? Find how your two eyes work together in this hands-on activity.

Teen brain development prepares teens for adulthood, but also affects their emotions.

Viruses can make you feel awful! This article explains how feeling bad might be your immune system’s way of helping you heal.

What does light have to do with colour? Observe some colourful fruit under different conditions to learn why we see the colours we see!

Get your hands cold for science and explore the topic of sensory adaptation.

What is a reflex? Test your reaction time and find out why reflexes are important in this challenge activity.

Snake venom can be dangerous for your circulatory system, nervous system or muscular system. But it can also be very useful in medicine.

Explore how we see things through water.