History of Anatomy

A painting of a dissected body, by Charles Landseer

It is amazing how the human body functions. Each part of the body has its task to contribute. As we’ve all know, our body consists of several systems and organs that have a specific function for us to grow, work, and perform many other actions. Just looking at the human body would … Read more

What Exactly Are Our Bodies Made Up Of?

A detailed view of what are bodies are made up of

The human body is made of different organs, compounds, and elements. It is an extremely well-organized machine that can reproduce and heal. The organs and chemical compounds work as a team to perform basic yet important functions such as digestion, excretion of waste products, muscle development, and growth. Furthermore, elements such as … Read more

What is the Science behind Accents?

a silhouette of a man and woman with a lot of question marks

Sometimes, the easiest way to tell where a person belongs is by their accent – even if you speak the same language. Accents can tell a lot! Although they both speak English, people from the Southern United States sound nothing like those from the United Kingdom. Accents have distinguished human beings throughout … Read more

Fascinating Facts About Blood Types

blood types

The human populations around the world have four main blood types which are A, B, AB, and O, and each one of these blood types also have subtypes. It’s important to know your blood type because it can help when donating blood. But aside from that, did you know that your blood … Read more

The Use of Artificial Intelligence in Medicine

The Use of Artificial Intelligence in Medicine

In Medical applications, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a branch of computer science that can analyze complex medical data. AI has been uѕеd in many diffеrеnt fiеldѕ including finance, rоbоtiсѕ and thе аir traffic control. But оnе оf thе mоѕt exciting uses of AI is in mеdiсinе. It is a potentially attractive concept … Read more

Strangest Allergies in the World

Strangest Allergies in the World

What triggers a person’s allergy? A lot may answer the common causes like pollen, dust mites, milk, eggs, peanuts, chocolate, seafood, or gluten-rich foods like wheat bread. Others may react sensitively to a certain type of medication, perfume, soap, a specific fabric or jewelry. It sounds astonishing that people may suffer violent … Read more

Interesting Facts about the Human Skeleton

Interesting Facts about the Human Skeleton

The human skeleton is a complex and impressive structure made up of a living tissue. It serves as a support for the body and allows movement. It also protects organs and makes blood cells store minerals and fat. The skeletal system might seem less dynamic than most of our body’s organ system, … Read more

Parts of the Body That We No Longer Need

Parts of the Body That We No Longer Need

Not every part of the human body has a role. Because of the evolution and our lifestyle changes throughout millions of years, some parts of our body that once served a specific function have now become virtually useless. There are even a few that has no real purpose at all. These are … Read more