Iron Deficiency Anemia
Iron deficiency anemia is the most common nutritional deficiency worldwide, characterized by microcytic hypochromic RBCs and depleted iron stores.
BiologyMegaloblastic Anemias
Megaloblastic anemias result from vitamin B12 or folate deficiency, causing impaired DNA synthesis and macrocytic anemia with distinctive morphologic features.
BiologyIntroduction to Hematologic Malignancies
Hematologic malignancies are clonal disorders of hematopoietic cells classified by lineage (myeloid/lymphoid) and clinical progression (acute/chronic).
BiologyAcute and Chronic Leukemias
Leukemias are clonal hematopoietic neoplasms classified by lineage (myeloid/lymphoid) and clinical pace (acute/chronic) with distinct laboratory features.
BiologyPlasma Cell Disorders
Plasma cell disorders are clonal proliferations of immunoglobulin-secreting plasma cells, ranging from benign monoclonal gammopathy to multiple myeloma.
Biology
Fermented Dairy Products
Microbiology and technology of yogurt, cheese, kefir, and other fermented dairy.
Food ScienceLactic Acid Bacteria
LAB genera, metabolism, and applications as starter cultures in food fermentation.
Food ScienceMold Fermentations
Filamentous fungi in food fermentation: koji, tempeh, and blue cheese.
Food ScienceYeast Fermentation
Saccharomyces cerevisiae and other yeasts in food and beverage fermentation.
Food SciencePsychrotrophic Spoilage Organisms
Cold-tolerant microorganisms causing spoilage of refrigerated foods.
Food Science