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BIOLOGY From the Ground Up

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This series ended on February 25, 2024. All 1:1 and group chats related to this series are disabled 7 days after the last session.

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Targeted groups
High school students 
GCSE or IGCSE Biology students
AS Level or A Level Biology students
AP biology students
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🌿 Starting from the basics of structural biology, we'll explore the microscopic wonders that shape life. As we progress, we'll unravel the mysteries of advanced life processes and the mechanism behind them, from the hidden power of DNA to the dynamic interactions within ecosystems. 
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Perfect for curious minds and students alike, let's make biology an exciting adventure together! 
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We can also arrange individual sessions depending on your requested topics, whether it be to prepare for an upcoming test or to learn about a new topic for the very first time! 
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References
Pearson International A level Biology- student book 2
Pearson Biology: a global approach (12th edition)
E. O. Wilson's Life on Earth- Unit 2

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Hi! I'm Ravindu, a high school graduate from Sri Lanka on a gap year adventure. With 15 GCSEs and 4 international A Levels in my academic arsenal, I'm a passionate outdoors enthusiast, always ready to explore and make new friends. Beyond my love for nature and social connections, I find fulfillment in helping others academically. Join me on my journey of exploration, friendship, and knowledge-sharing.

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SESSION 1

29

Dec

SESSION 1

Cell structure and function

Fri 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM UTCDec 29, 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM UTC

DNA/RNA STRUCTUR AND REPLICATION 
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Overview 
We will explore one of the most important biological macromolecule- Nucleic Acids. We'll focus on DNA and RNA structure, how they form polymers and how they exist in organisms, and ultimately how they self replicate. Understanding these concepts at a basic level is imperative for best performance in biology at any level.
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References
Pearson International A level Biology- student book 2
Pearson Biology: a global approach (12th edition)
E. O. Wilson's Life on Earth- Unit 2

SESSION 2

6

Jan

SESSION 2

Cell structure and function

Sat 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM UTCJan 6, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM UTC

PROTEIN SYNTHESIS - HOW GENES ARE EXPRESSED 
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Overview 
We will embark on one of the most fundamental biological processes within any living organisms and learn how our genes actually express our physical characteristics. You might have heard the phrase, "you are the culmination of your genes." Well, get ready to know what that actually means!
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References
Pearson International A level Biology- student book 1, 2
Pearson Biology: a global approach (12th edition)
E. O. Wilson's Life on Earth- Unit 2
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SESSION 3

7

Jan

SESSION 3

Cell structure and function

Sun 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM UTCJan 7, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM UTC

GENE EXPRESSION, RNA and BIOMOLECULES SUMMARY

SESSION 4

12

Jan

SESSION 4

Cell structure and function

Fri 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM UTCJan 12, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM UTC

CELL DIVISION: MITOSIS AND MEIOSIS 
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Targeted groups
High school students 
GCSE or IGCSE Biology students
AS Level or A Level Biology students
AP biology students
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References
Pearson International A level Biology- student book 2
Pearson Biology: a global approach (12th edition)
E. O. Wilson's Life on Earth- Unit 2

SESSION 5

19

Jan

SESSION 5

Cell structure and function

Fri 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM UTCJan 19, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM UTC

CELL DIVISION (CONTINUED): MITOSIS AND MEIOSIS 
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Targeted groups
High school students 
GCSE or IGCSE Biology students
AS Level or A Level Biology students
AP biology students
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References
Pearson International A level Biology- student book 2
Pearson Biology: a global approach (12th edition)
E. O. Wilson's Life on Earth- Unit 2

SESSION 6

20

Jan

SESSION 6

Catchup

Sat 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM UTCJan 20, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM UTC

RECAP AND REVISION!!
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We'll start with basic Biomolecules, then talk about DNA replication and protein synthesis, and if time allows, we'll recap cell division as well!

SESSION 7

21

Jan

SESSION 7

Catchup

Sun 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM UTCJan 21, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM UTC

RECAP AND REVISION!! (Continued)
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We'll continue recapping and revising what we've done so far in the series, and do some questions from past papers if time allows!

SESSION 8

26

Jan

SESSION 8

Gene expression and regulation

Fri 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM UTCJan 26, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM UTC

INHERITANCE 
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We'll start with the basics of inheritance, understanding our genome and defining terms like genotype, phenotype and karyotype. We'll then look at pedigree diagrams, Punnett squares and make our way into diseases inheritance and calculating probabilities.

SESSION 9

27

Jan

SESSION 9

Gene expression and regulation

Sat 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM UTCJan 27, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM UTC

INHERITANCE (Continued)

SESSION 10

29

Jan

SESSION 10

Gene expression and regulation

Mon 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM UTCJan 29, 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM UTC

INHERITANCE (Continued)

SESSION 11

2

Feb

SESSION 11

Cellular energetics

Fri 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM UTCFeb 2, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM UTC

TRANSPORT SYSTEMS IN PLANTS AND ANIMALS

SESSION 12

3

Feb

SESSION 12

Cellular energetics

Sat 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM UTCFeb 3, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM UTC

TRANSPORT SYSTEMS IN PLANTS AND ANIMALS (continued)

SESSION 13

10

Feb

SESSION 13

Cellular energetics

Sat 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM UTCFeb 10, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM UTC

Human Circulatory System / Heart 

SESSION 14

17

Feb

SESSION 14

Cellular energetics

Sat 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM UTCFeb 17, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM UTC

Human circulatory system (Blood components, haemoglobin and blood clotting)

SESSION 15

18

Feb

SESSION 15

Cellular energetics

Sun 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM UTCFeb 18, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM UTC

Human Circulatory system (Heart, Cardiac Cycle, ECG and Cardiovascular health)

SESSION 16

23

Feb

SESSION 16

Catchup

Fri 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM UTCFeb 23, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM UTC

A Catch-up session for students who missed the introductory part for blood circulation, where we talk about principles of circulation, classification of different types of circulation and blood vessels as seen in mammals. 

SESSION 17

24

Feb

SESSION 17

Cellular energetics

Sat 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM UTCFeb 24, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM UTC

Human Digestive system, Digestive Enzymes and food storage in the body

SESSION 18

25

Feb

SESSION 18

Cellular energetics

Sun 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM UTCFeb 25, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM UTC

The Human Excretory system, osmoregulation and general principles of Homeostasis 

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Dec 29 - Feb 25

9 weeks

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