Rob Swanda

Here I describe a brief overview of how the Pfizer/BioNTech or Moderna mRNA vaccines work. Taking a vaccine is one’s personal choice, and I hope this video can help someone make that decision rooted in science.

This Science guy is awesome.

did you know that Neomycin works by stopping bacteria from making the proteins they need to survive? it’s found in a variety of medical products; from ointments to bowel prep. watch my latest video to learn how it works to keep harmful microbes in check! youtu.be/YiyRXy0Q2qE

Your A1c measures average blood sugar over the past 2–3 months, helping detect prediabetes or diabetes early. Watch my latest short video to learn what your numbers mean compared to overall glucose levels! youtu.be/HsNTLPYP_Cs

what if you could stop a parasite by blocking its internal scaffolding? Trilabendazole inhibits microtubule formation, which are essential structures that parasites need to survive & reproduce. 🪱 watch my latest video to learn how this medication works! youtu.be/JgJR0Cp--Jw

have you ever wondered how healthcare workers stop a tapeworm? Niclosamide is a medication that shuts down the parasite’s energy factory (mitochondria), leaving it powerless causing death. dive deeper into the molecular details in my latest video! 🪱 youtu.be/wbafH0Vg1J4

did you know there's a cholesterol-lowering drug that works before cholesterol even enters your bloodstream? it’s called Ezetimibe, and it works by blocking cholesterol absorption in your gut. watch my latest video to learn more about the mechanism! 👇 youtu.be/aatBkdsDO0M

Oxfendazole, once used only in animals, is now being studied as a treatment for human parasitic infections. this shift could help millions in regions dealing with various parasitic illnesses. learn the chemistry behind how this drug works in my latest! youtu.be/O2_4ZPSKFFE

Perjeta has changed the game for HER2-positive breast cancer, improving survival when added to standard treatment. maybe it’s been a part of the treatment plan for you or someone you know. learn how this targeted therapy works in my latest video! 🙂 youtu.be/rrwib_WIloY

Although it’s another benzimidazole molecule, thiabendazole isn’t just for parasites. It’s also used to treat fungal infections and even metal poisoning. Dive into the details of its molecular mechanism in my latest quick video! youtu.be/vvYL-r4y5uk

Did you know BCAAs (leucine, isoleucine, and valine) are essential for muscle recovery and energy? Your body can’t make them, so you have to get them from food or supplements. Watch my quick video to learn more about my favorite nutrients: amino acids! 🤓 youtu.be/4by-QAyvuHM

Carboplatin unleashes platinum ions inside cancer cells, triggering a cascade of molecular stress that overwhelms them. This biochemical chaos halts cell division & pushes the cell toward death. Learn about this chemotherapy drug in my latest video! youtu.be/EMB0-1kfUc0

Rifampicin binds to bacterial RNA polymerase, freezing transcription! This precision targeting is why it's a cornerstone in TB (tuberculosis) treatment, but also why resistance can emerge. Explore the mechanism behind this antibiotic in my latest video. youtu.be/j2oY6Aps2Xc

Ever wonder how a tiny pill can take down a parasite? Oxibendazole works by disrupting the parasite’s internal “skeleton” & starving it of energy until it can’t survive. Curious how that happens? Watch my quick video to learn more! 🪱 youtu.be/PN_PyJujzdI

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Did you know that a single mutation in the BRAF gene can make cells grow out of control? This tiny glitch plays a big role in cancers like melanoma, lung, and thyroid cancers. If you're curious how this works watch my short video to learn more! 👇 youtu.be/iFQ7GNdkLYQ

on Sunday I’ll be releasing a new video related to BRAF cancer mutations and how they work! 🧬 have a great weekend! 🙂