Let’s start with the basics!

We’re all chemical engines—but what exactly is a chemical? Simply put, chemicals are forms of matter—anything that takes up space and exists as a solid, liquid, or gas. In living organisms, biochemicals form complex networks that keep us alive and balanced—a state called homeostasis. Drugs are chemicals too, and they work by interacting with these networks to change how the body functions. Understanding these basics helps scientists design better treatments—and helps patients make more informed decisions about their care.

Intro to Medical Science Series YouTube Playlist

• What exactly is a chemical—and why it matters
• The definition of a drug and how it works in the body
• How chemical reactions power life
• Biochemicals: the molecules that make living systems tick
• Cells: the basic building blocks of life
• Types of polymers and their roles in biology
• The languages of life: how nucleic acids and proteins communicate
• DNA and RNA—what they are and what they do
• What happens when genes change: understanding mutations
• The difference between helpful and harmful gene mutations

For definitions of terms, search our glossary.

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