COVID-19 Resources
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COVID-19 learning resources and suggestions for discussing with students.
Introduction to Bacteria
Backgrounders
What exactly are bacteria? What types of bacteria are there? And are they really as bad as people think they are?
The Immune Response: A Cellular War
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An inflammatory response is your body’s attempt to fight invaders. Learn how your body springs into action when attacked!
Introduction to Viruses
Backgrounders
Learn about the basics of viruses.
The Science Behind the Calico Cat's Colours
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The patchwork fur colour of Calico and tortoiseshell cats is an interesting case of genetics, heredity and sex-linked traits.
Greta Bauer
Professor, Epidemiology and Biostatistics
Jillian Croke
Pharmacist/Pharmacy Manager
The Chemistry of Redheads
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Learn how chemistry and genetics makes redheads stand out from the crowd.
Celiac Disease: When You Really Need to Stay Gluten-Free
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Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder. Gluten triggers an immune system response, seriously affecting nutrition.
How can chemistry help you take care of your teeth?
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What are your teeth made up of? What chemistry is at work in your mouth? Why do some people get cavities even if they brush regularly?
Why Do People Get Hangovers?
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Why does drinking too much alcohol make people feel so bad? Read about four theories.
The Immune Response
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When you cut your finger, your immune system kicks in to protect you from pathogens.
The Surprising Reason You Feel Awful When You're Sick
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Viruses can make you feel awful! This article explains how feeling bad might be your immune system’s way of helping you heal.
Measles and Measles Prevention
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Learn about the measles virus, its impact and vaccination for prevention of the disease.
My Stem Cell Donation Story
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In April 2016, Let’s Talk Science volunteer Daniel Tarade donated stem cells to help a person who needed a stem cell transplant to survive. Learn what stem cells are, how and why people donate, and what Daniel’s experience was like.