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Ismail provided Minha with an introductory thermodynamics lesson, delving into core concepts such as temperature, energy conservation, entropy, and Gibbs free energy. Their discussion extended to energy diagrams and the connection between Gibbs free energy and the equilibrium constant, applying these principles to chemical reactions and enzyme regulation. The upcoming lesson is planned to expand on this foundation with more biology-focused applications.

Ismail guided Mahid through a detailed biology lesson, specifically focusing on the intricacies of glycolysis. Their discussion encompassed the enzymes involved, its regulatory mechanisms, and its importance across diverse organisms. They also explored concepts like isomers and Gibbs free energy, drawing connections between glycolysis and the Krebs cycle. Additionally, the lesson addressed the vital role of anaerobic fermentation in organisms without mitochondria. The plan for their next meeting is to delve into the Krebs cycle.

Palak Jain tutored Paytn McBride in preparation for an exam covering cell biology and chemistry. They reviewed cell structures and functions, meiosis/mitosis, chemical compounds, radioactivity, bonding, organic chemistry, and pH. They also discussed molar mass calculations and scheduled a follow-up session for further review before the exam.

Palak and Shintaro discussed the bacteriophage lytic and lysogenic cycles, including how viral DNA integrates in the lysogenic cycle and can switch to the lytic cycle. They analyzed a scenario to determine which cycle a bacterium was in based on its response to UV light. Finally, they discussed the role of CDKs and cyclins in regulating the cell cycle, emphasizing their function at checkpoints and the importance of phosphorylation/dephosphorylation and CDK inhibitors in this process.

Trusha and Kindnix discussed the functions and regulation of insulin, glucagon, epinephrine, and cortisol, including their effects on glycogenolysis, gluconeogenesis, lipolysis, and proteolysis. Kindnix worked on calculating ATP production from palmitic acid and sent Trusha a slide explaining acetyl-CoA production. They plan to continue reviewing material from page 12 to 34 in the evening.

Trusha assisted Kindnix in preparing for their medicine and biochemistry exam. They reviewed drug mechanisms, nucleotide synthesis, and genetic disorders like Lesch-Nyhan syndrome. The session prioritized protein science and purine metabolism, where Kindnix needed additional support.