Human Body

Only by understanding how the world around us works, can we understand our bodies and live well in and with nature and among others - Julia H Sun

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Why some parts of the human body don't make sense

From the nucleus of each cell to the architecture of our organs, the human body, too, bears the traces and wounds of a long and contrasting evolutionary history. Naturally, not everything in our bodies serves a purpose, otherwise we would have to ask ourselves why we (and not the Neanderthals) have chins. To look for a function at all costs would be ridiculous. Indeed, despite the beautiful proportions of Leonardo da Vinci’s Vitruvian Man inscribed within a circle and square, our physique is mainly a compendium of mismatches worthy of Homer Simpson.

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Seven body organs you can live without

The human body is incredibly resilient. When you donate a pint of blood, you lose about 3.5 trillion red blood cells, but your body quickly replaces them. You can even lose large chunks of vital organs and live. For example, people can live relatively normal lives with just half a brain). Other organs can be removed in their entirety without having too much impact on your life. Here are some of the “non-vital organs”.

The Botch of the Human Body

Our many design glitches, from weak knees to poor sinus drainage to infertility, highlight the randomness of evolution.

‘The Body’ Review: The Magnificent Machine

Evolution runs on imperfect ‘make-do,’ Bill Bryson stresses. Humans learned to walk upright, at the cost of fragile joints and clog-prone sinuses.

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A doctor reveals the hidden wonders of the human body

In his new book, The Unseen Body, Dr. Jonathan Reisman offers a guided tour inside the human body, from the remarkable design of our organs to the messages contained in our body fluids.

A Journey Through the Human Body

Discover how the human body workd inside.

A woman's body is a man's world. Just ask an anatomist...

From Fallopian tubes to the G-spot, long-dead men have left their mark on women's anatomy. It's time to turf them out,

Blueprint for a Better Human Body

People who wear and design prosthetics are rethinking the form of our species.

Connecting Human Biology & Health Choices

The human body is like a complex machine, with many little parts that work by themselves or with other parts to perform specific functions. Sometimes, it seems like our body has a mind of its own and it embarrasses you.

Connecting the Human Body to the Outside World

“The human body is just engineered so beautifully,” says Shriya Srinivasan PhD ’20, a research affiliate at MIT’s Koch Institute for Integrative Cancer Research, a junior fellow at the Society of Fellows at Harvard University, and former doctoral student in the Harvard-MIT Program in Health Sciences and Technology. Both a biomedical engineer and a dancer, Srinivasan is dedicated to investigating the body’s movements and sensations.

Does Your Body Really Refresh Itself Every 7 Years?

It turns out that each body part has its own very distinct lifespan. The lining of the stomach, constantly under assault by digestive acid, is renewed every few days. But bones are refreshed once a decade. And there are a few parts of you that stay with you from birth to death.

Fantastic Voyage: A Journey Through the Human Body Aboard the Incredible Submarine

In summary, “Fantastic Voyage” is an innovative movie that has enthralled viewers since its debut in 1966. Its innovative special effects, engaging storyline, and intriguing scientific concepts continue to inspire and entertain viewers today. By taking audiences on an unforgettable journey into the human body, “Fantastic Voyage” opened up a world of wonder and imagination, leaving a lasting impact on the science fiction genre and popular culture.

Finally, A Map Of All The Microbes On Your Body

The human body contains about 100 trillion cells, but only maybe one in 10 of those cells is actually — human. The rest are from bacteria, viruses and other microorganisms.

Google's New Moonshot Project: the Human Body

Called Baseline Study, the project will collect anonymous genetic and molecular information from 175 people—and later thousands more—to create what the company hopes will be the fullest picture of what a healthy human being should be.

How modern life mutated the human body in 50 years: ‘Life and death effects’

Humans are evolving – but not exactly for the better. Research has shown that chemicals in the foods we eat, pollution in the air we breathe and toxins in the goods we use on a daily basis are changing our bodies in bizarre ways — from enlarged testicles to “precocious puberty” periods at 9 months old.

It Takes Artists and Scientists to Understand the Human Body

A new exhibition explores depictions of anatomy from the Renaissance to today.

Journey through the human body

In CORPUS you will experience a spectacular 'journey through the human body' in 55 minutes. Take a dizzying 'journey' as a red blood cell in the 5D Heart Theatre, learn more about the process of breathing, jump on the tongue, take a stroll through the ear and be surprised by your own brain while you marvel at the ingenuity of your body.

Mind-Blowing Facts About the Human Body You Never Knew

Your body is amazing. No, really! The human body is a complex structure of interconnected systems and vital organs that work day in and day out to fulfill the functions necessary for everyday living. For example, in order to eat, your mouth, esophagus, stomach, liver, pancreas, and intestines must work together in sync to break down and digest what you eat while extracting the nutrients necessary to keep you healthy.

Mind-Blowing Facts About the Human Body You Never Knew

While most of us understand the basic bodily functions that keep us going, you might not be aware of some of the more incredible functions your body carries out. We've gathered up seven facts about the human body and some of its crazier processes that might blow your mind.

The body

From bones and organs to body and circulation - how are we put together?

The Elemental Composition of the Human Body

The human body is a miraculous, well-oiled, and exceptionally complex machine. It requires a multitude of functioning parts to come together for a person to live a healthy life—and every biological detail in our bodies, from the mundane to the most magical, is driven by just 21 chemical elements.

The Human Body

The human body is an amazing machine. Find out how it works, from head to toe.

The human body in space: Distinguishing fact from fiction

While the effects of space suit malfunction or decompression on the human body are important to recognize, long-term consequences of spaceflight are perhaps more relevant

The Human Body: Secrets of Your Life Revealed

The human body: wonders and flaws

The human body is beautifully put together – a seemingly ideal combination of form and function. But while some parts do their job brilliantly others aren’t quite as effective. We look at the body’s five best and worst designs.

The Interconnected Systems of the Human Body

The human body is comprised of a series of complex systems, including the skeletal system, the respiratory and digestive systems, as well as the intricate networks of blood and lymph vessels, all controlled by the brain and nervous system.

The Water in You: Water and the Human Body

Water is indeed essential for all life on, in, and above the Earth. This is important to you because you are made up mostly of water. Find out what water does for the human body.

Understanding the Body

Over the centuries, we have invented many extraordinary tools and techniques to explore the way we function. From looking, listening, tasting and touching to measuring, scanning and dissecting, the human body has now been examined in microscopic detail. What we have discovered has transformed our approach to diagnosis, defining the way we think about medicine and ourselves.