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Introduction to Business Management: Core Concepts and Structures

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Levels of Organization

Introduction to Organ Systems

Homeostasis

Feedback Loops

Feedback Loops: Negative Feedback

Feedback Loops: Positive Feedback

Anatomical Position

Introduction to Directional Terms

Directional Terms: Up and Down

Directional Terms: Front and Back

Directional Terms: Body Sides

Directional Terms: Limbs

Directional Terms: Depth Within the Body

Introduction to Anatomical Terms for Body Regions

Anatomical Terms for the Head and Neck

Anatomical Terms for the Front of the Trunk

Anatomical Terms for the Back

Anatomical Terms for the Arm and Hand

Anatomical Terms for the Leg and Foot

Review- Using Anatomical Terms and Directions

Abdominopelvic Quadrants and Regions

Anatomical Planes & Sections

Organization of the Body: Body Cavities

Organization of the Body: Serous Membranes

Organization of the Body: Serous Membrane Locations

Organization of the Body: Thoracic Cavity

Organization of the Body: Abdominopelvic Cavity

Introduction to Biomolecules

Monomers & Polymers

Carbohydrates

Proteins

Nucleic Acids

Lipids

Prokaryotic & Eukaryotic Cells

Introduction to Eukaryotic Organelles

Endomembrane System: Protein Secretion

Endomembrane System: Digestive Organelles

Mitochondria & Chloroplasts

Endosymbiotic Theory

Introduction to the Cytoskeleton

Cell Junctions

Biological Membranes

Types of Membrane Proteins

Concentration Gradients and Diffusion

Introduction to Membrane Transport

Passive vs. Active Transport

Osmosis

Simple and Facilitated Diffusion

Active Transport

Endocytosis and Exocytosis

Introduction to Energy

Laws of Thermodynamics

Chemical Reactions

ATP

Enzymes

Enzyme Activation Energy

Enzyme Binding Factors

Enzyme Inhibition

Introduction to Metabolism

Redox Reactions

Introduction to Cellular Respiration

Types of Phosphorylation

Glycolysis

Pyruvate Oxidation

Krebs Cycle

Electron Transport Chain

Chemiosmosis

Review of Aerobic Cellular Respiration

Fermentation & Anaerobic Respiration

Introduction to Cell Division

Organization of DNA in the Cell

Introduction to the Cell Cycle

Interphase

Phases of Mitosis

Cytokinesis

Cell Cycle Regulation

Review of the Cell Cycle

Cancer

Introduction to DNA Replication

DNA Repair

Central Dogma

Introduction to Transcription

Steps of Transcription

Genetic Code

Introduction to Translation

Steps of Translation

Post-Translational Modification

Introduction to Tissues & Histology

Introduction to Epithelial Tissue

Characteristics of Epithelial Tissue

Structural Naming of Epithelial Tissue

Simple Epithelial Tissues

Stratified Epithelial Tissues

Identifying Types of Epithelial Tissue

Glandular Epithelial Tissue

Introduction to Connective Tissue

Classes of Connective Tissue

Introduction to Connective Tissue Proper

Connective Tissue Proper: Loose Connective Tissue

Connective Tissue Proper: Dense Connective Tissue

Specialized Connective Tissue: Cartilage

Specialized Connective Tissue: Bone

Specialized Connective Tissue: Blood

Introduction to Muscle Tissue

Types of Muscle Tissue

Introduction to Nervous Tissue

Nervous Tissue: The Neuron

Introduction to the Integumentary System

Integumentary System: Thermoregulation

The Epidermis: Cells

The Epidermis: Layers

The Dermis

The Hypodermis

Glands

    Hair

      Nails

        An Introduction to Bone and Skeletal Tissue

        Gross Anatomy of Bone: Compact and Spongy Bone

        Gross Anatomy of Bone: Periosteum and Endosteum

        Gross Anatomy of Bone: Bone Marrow

        Gross Anatomy of Bone: Short, Flat, and Irregular Bones

        Gross Anatomy of Bones - Structure of a Long Bone

        Microscopic Anatomy of Bones - Bone Matrix

        Microscopic Anatomy of Bones - Bone Cells

        Microscopic Anatomy of Bones - The Osteon

        Microscopic Anatomy of Bones - Trabeculae

        Introduction to the Skeleton

        The Skull

        The Spine

        The Thoracic Cage

        The Pectoral Girdle

        Bones of the Upper Limb

        The Pelvic Girdle

        Bone of the Lower Limb

        Introduction to Joints

        Classification of Joints

        Structural Class: Fibrous Joints

        Structural Class: Cartilaginous Joints

        Structural Class: Synovial Joints

        Joint Movements

          Introduction to Muscles and Muscle Tissue

          Structure of a Skeletal Muscle

          Sliding Filament Theory and the Sarcomere

          Steps of Muscle Contraction

          Origin and Insertion

          Muscle Actions

          Levers

          Fascicle Arrangements

          Muscle Naming

          Ions - Sodium and Potassium

          Resting Membrane Potential

          Change in Membrane Potential

          Properties of Graded and Action Potentials

          Graded Potentials

          Action Potentials

          The Refractory Period

          Propagation of Action Potentials

          Introduction to the Central Nervous System

          The Cerebrum

          Introduction to the Peripheral Nervous System

          Organization of Sensory Pathways

          Introduction to Sensory Receptors

          Sensory Receptor Classification by Modality

          Sensory Receptor Classification by Location

          Proprioceptors

          Adaptation of Sensory Receptors

          Introduction to Reflex Arcs

          Reflex Arcs

          Introduction to the Autonomic Nervous System

          Control of the ANS

          Sympathetic Nervous System

          Parasympathetic Nervous System

          Review of the Sympathetic and Parasympathetic Divisions

          Neurotransmitters of the ANS

          Visceral Reflex Arcs

          Introduction to Special Senses

          Structure of the Eyeball

          Fibrous Layer of the Eyeball

          Vascular Layer of the Eyeball

          Optic Components of the Eyeball

          Inner Layer of the Eyeball

          The Lens and Focusing Light on the Retina

          Rods, Cones, and Light

          Introduction to the Endocrine System

          Membrane Bound Receptors and Secondary Messengers

          Intracellular Receptors and Direct Gene Action

          The Hypothalamus and Pituitary Gland

          Hormone Review Table

          Introduction To Blood

          Erythrocytes

          Erythrocytes: Hemoglobin

          Leukocytes

          Platelets: Hemostasis

          Electrical Conduction System of the Heart

          Cardiac Action Potentials

          Electrocardiogram (ECG)

          Cardiac Cycle

          Introduction to Blood Vessels

          Types of Blood Vessels

          General Blood Vessel Structure

          Arteries

          Capillaries

          Veins

          Anastomoses

          Introduction to Hemodynamics

          Introduction to the Lymphatic System

          Lymphatic Vasculature

          Lymphoid Cells & Tissues

          Overview of Lymphoid Organs

          Primary Lymphoid Organs

          Secondary Lymphoid Organs: Lymph Nodes

          Secondary Lymphoid Organs: The Spleen

          Secondary Lymphoid Organs: MALT

          Introduction to the Immune System

          Introduction to Innate Immunity

          Introduction to First-Line Defenses

          Physical Barriers in First-Line Defenses: Skin

          Physical Barriers in First-Line Defenses: Mucous Membrane

          First-Line Defenses: Chemical Barriers

          First-Line Defenses: Normal Microbiota

          Introduction to Cells of the Immune System

          Cells of the Immune System: Granulocytes

          Cells of the Immune System: Agranulocytes

          Introduction to Cell Communication

          Cell Communication: Surface Receptors & Adhesion Molecules

          Cell Communication: Cytokines

          Pattern Recognition Receptors (PRRs)

          Introduction to the Complement System

          Activation Pathways of the Complement System

          Effects of the Complement System

          Review of the Complement System

          Phagocytosis

          Introduction to Inflammation

          Steps of the Inflammatory Response

          Fever

          Interferon Response

          Review Map of Innate Immunity

            Introduction to Adaptive Immunity

            Antigens

            Introduction to T Lymphocytes

            Major Histocompatibility Complex Molecules

            Activation of T Lymphocytes

            Functions of T Lymphocytes

            Review of Cytotoxic vs Helper T Cells

            Introduction to B Lymphocytes

            Antibodies

            Classes of Antibodies

            Outcomes of Antibody Binding to Antigen

            T Dependent & T Independent Antigens

            Clonal Selection

            Antibody Class Switching

            Affinity Maturation

            Primary and Secondary Response of Adaptive Immunity

            Immune Tolerance

            Regulatory T Cells

            Natural Killer Cells

            Review of Adaptive Immunity

            Introduction to Lung Physiology

            Pressure in the Lungs and Pleural Cavity

            Ventilation

            Lung Volumes and Capacities

            Law of Partial Pressure

            Respiration

            Introduction to the Digestive System

            The Stomach

            The Gallbladder

            Pancreas

            Duct System of the Liver, Gallbladder, and Pancreas

            Small Intestine

            Essential Amino Acids

            Lipid Vitamins

            Cellular Respiration: Redox Reactions

            Introduction to Cellular Respiration

            Cellular Respiration: Types of Phosphorylation

            Cellular Respiration: Glycolysis

            Cellular Respiration: Pyruvate Oxidation

            Cellular Respiration: Krebs Cycle

            Cellular Respiration: Electron Transport Chain

            Cellular Respiration: Chemiosmosis

            Review of Aerobic Cellular Respiration

            Fermentation & Anaerobic Respiration

            Gluconeogenesis

            Fatty Acid Oxidation

            Amino Acid Oxidation

            Introduction to the Urinary System

            The Kidneys

            The Nephron

            Blood Supply of the Kidneys

            Renal Physiology: Overview

            Renal Physiology Step 1: Glomerular Filtration

            Renal Physiology: Regulation of Glomerular Filtration

            Renal Physiology Step 2: Tubular Reabsorption

            Fluid Balance

            Electrolyte Balance

            Acid-Base Balance

            Introduction to the Reproductive System

            Anatomy of the Male Reproductive System

            Anatomy of the Female Reproductive System

            Meiosis

            Introduction to Human Development

            Early Embryonic Development

            Implantation

            Extraembryonic Membrane Development

            Embryonic Development (Weeks 3-8)

            Placentation

            Overview of Human Genetics

            Patterns of Inheritance

            Factors Affecting Gene Expression

            Genetic Disorders

            Gene Therapy