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Even though memorizing long sequences like Glycolysis or the Citric Acid cycle involve memorizing various synthetase and dehydrogenase enzymes, most of names used clearly state the function it carries out. Read More »

The Hanging Ninja method is a visual recall technique I created while trying to memorize the 20 amino acids, their 1 letter codes, and which group they belong to. The only limitation to this technique is the extent of your ability to draw a somewhat simple image. Read More »

Mnemonics is the easiest way to memorize glycolysis quickly  . I have used this technique the day before the test, and sometimes minutes before the test with a pretty solid success rate. Read More »

Before the age of modern technology, exploration was the route to seeking knowledge about life.  Navigating the oceans, or traversing the amazon forest. If you do not see yourself submersing 36,000 feet(11,000 meters) into the Mariana Trench, then why not explore the the trenches of the internet. Here are 5 non-boring and  free sites that will open your eyes to [...] Read More »

Imagine if you woke up one morning and nobody could understand a word you said! You would talk somewhat clearly in your mind but people would give you a baffled look every time you attempted to talk. This would be the case  if you had a neurological disorder like Broca’s Aphasia. The worst part about Broca’s Aphasia [...] Read More »

Many college student go crazy when they are first presented with the task of memorizing the Krebs/ Citric Acid cycle. So many steps and enzymes and carbon dioxides flowing around. Guess what. There is a very easy way to remember it, AND retain it for years to come. Read More »