"Ever heard of the endoplasmic reticulum? Yeah, it sounds kinda complex, but stick with me, and you'll see it's not as complicated as it seems. I found it’s actually super interesting when I prepared to present it in front of the class. In fact, understanding it opens doors to a whole world of biology! "

"The ER is like a cellular highway system, a network of tiny tubes floating in the cell's jelly-like substance (cytoplasm). In Arabic, it's called "الشَّبَكَة الإِنْدُوْبلَاْزْمِيَّة," which literally translates to the "endoplasmic network." and that’s exactly what it is! Cool, right? 

Now, this cellular highway does some pretty important stuff. It's like a factory, making and folding proteins in one part (that's the rough endoplasmic reticulum) and churning out lipids in the other part (the smooth endoplasmic reticulum). It's crucial for building cell structures (like the cell membrane as it’s mainly lipid) and even helps detoxify the body, which is especially important in organs like the liver.

But wait, there's more! The smooth endoplasmic reticulum stores calcium, which is essential for tons of biological functions, like muscle movement and memory. That means that your brain's storage system relies on this tiny cellular network. 

Now, here's the kicker: if something goes wrong in the endoplasmic reticulum, it can lead to trouble. I mean it’s not a huge worry though as it's got a built-in quality control system to catch any mistakes. But what happens if there’s an accumulation of misfolded proteins? Well, that can cause stress in the network, leading to diseases like liver issues, heart conditions, and even Alzheimer's. Scary stuff, but understanding it helps scientists find ways to fix it.

So, how do we tackle these problems? Well, one pharmaceutical approach is using inhibitors to target the enzymes around the endoplasmic reticulum, easing the stress and preventing diseases. 

Finally, here's a little tip from me – when it comes to giving presentations, don't be afraid to ask the students questions and most importantly be yourself. Improvising can be such a great tool for a good presentation which is why I didn’t memorise anything before I presented. I just relied on my explanation skills! (mind you English is not my first language). Sure, it can be nerve-wracking, but remember you are your own worst critic. I thought my presentation wasn’t that well-structured because I improvised so much but, look at me now – sharing my knowledge with all of you on the school website. Goes to show, you never know until you try!

Ever heard of the endoplasmic reticulum? Yeah, it sounds kinda complex, but stick with me, and you'll see it's not as complicated as it seems. I found it’s actually super interesting when I prepared to present it in front of the class. In fact, understanding it opens doors to a whole world of biology! 

The ER is like a cellular highway system, a network of tiny tubes floating in the cell's jelly-like substance (cytoplasm). In Arabic, it's called "الشَّبَكَة الإِنْدُوْبلَاْزْمِيَّة," which literally translates to the "endoplasmic network." and that’s exactly what it is! Cool, right? 

Now, this cellular highway does some pretty important stuff. It's like a factory, making and folding proteins in one part (that's the rough endoplasmic reticulum) and churning out lipids in the other part (the smooth endoplasmic reticulum). It's crucial for building cell structures (like the cell membrane as it’s mainly lipid) and even helps detoxify the body, which is especially important in organs like the liver.

But wait, there's more! The smooth endoplasmic reticulum stores calcium, which is essential for tons of biological functions, like muscle movement and memory. That means that your brain's storage system relies on this tiny cellular network. 

Now, here's the kicker: if something goes wrong in the endoplasmic reticulum, it can lead to trouble. I mean it’s not a huge worry though as it's got a built-in quality control system to catch any mistakes. But what happens if there’s an accumulation of misfolded proteins? Well, that can cause stress in the network, leading to diseases like liver issues, heart conditions, and even Alzheimer's. Scary stuff, but understanding it helps scientists find ways to fix it.

So, how do we tackle these problems? Well, one pharmaceutical approach is using inhibitors to target the enzymes around the endoplasmic reticulum, easing the stress and preventing diseases. 

Finally, here's a little tip from me – when it comes to giving presentations, don't be afraid to ask the students questions and most importantly be yourself. Improvising can be such a great tool for a good presentation which is why I didn’t memorise anything before I presented. I just relied on my explanation skills! (mind you English is not my first language). Sure, it can be nerve-wracking, but remember you are your own worst critic. I thought my presentation wasn’t that well-structured because I improvised so much but, look at me now – sharing my knowledge with all of you on the school website. Goes to show, you never know until you try!

Ever heard of the endoplasmic reticulum? Yeah, it sounds kinda complex, but stick with me, and you'll see it's not as complicated as it seems. I found it’s actually super interesting when I prepared to present it in front of the class. In fact, understanding it opens doors to a whole world of biology! 

The ER is like a cellular highway system, a network of tiny tubes floating in the cell's jelly-like substance (cytoplasm). In Arabic, it's called "الشَّبَكَة الإِنْدُوْبلَاْزْمِيَّة," which literally translates to the "endoplasmic network." and that’s exactly what it is! Cool, right? 

Now, this cellular highway does some pretty important stuff. It's like a factory, making and folding proteins in one part (that's the rough endoplasmic reticulum) and churning out lipids in the other part (the smooth endoplasmic reticulum). It's crucial for building cell structures (like the cell membrane as it’s mainly lipid) and even helps detoxify the body, which is especially important in organs like the liver.

But wait, there's more! The smooth endoplasmic reticulum stores calcium, which is essential for tons of biological functions, like muscle movement and memory. That means that your brain's storage system relies on this tiny cellular network. 

Now, here's the kicker: if something goes wrong in the endoplasmic reticulum, it can lead to trouble. I mean it’s not a huge worry though as it's got a built-in quality control system to catch any mistakes. But what happens if there’s an accumulation of misfolded proteins? Well, that can cause stress in the network, leading to diseases like liver issues, heart conditions, and even Alzheimer's. Scary stuff, but understanding it helps scientists find ways to fix it.

So, how do we tackle these problems? Well, one pharmaceutical approach is using inhibitors to target the enzymes around the endoplasmic reticulum, easing the stress and preventing diseases. 

Finally, here's a little tip from me – when it comes to giving presentations, don't be afraid to ask the students questions and most importantly be yourself. Improvising can be such a great tool for a good presentation which is why I didn’t memorise anything before I presented. I just relied on my explanation skills! (mind you English is not my first language). Sure, it can be nerve-wracking, but remember you are your own worst critic. I thought my presentation wasn’t that well-structured because I improvised so much but, look at me now – sharing my knowledge with all of you on the school website. Goes to show, you never know until you try!

"Ever heard of the endoplasmic reticulum? Yeah, it sounds kinda complex, but stick with me, and you'll see it's not as complicated as it seems. I found it’s actually super interesting when I prepared to present it in front of the class. In fact, understanding it opens doors to a whole world of biology! 

The ER is like a cellular highway system, a network of tiny tubes floating in the cell's jelly-like substance (cytoplasm). In Arabic, it's called "الشَّبَكَة الإِنْدُوْبلَاْزْمِيَّة," which literally translates to the "endoplasmic network." and that’s exactly what it is! Cool, right? 

Now, this cellular highway does some pretty important stuff. It's like a factory, making and folding proteins in one part (that's the rough endoplasmic reticulum) and churning out lipids in the other part (the smooth endoplasmic reticulum). It's crucial for building cell structures (like the cell membrane as it’s mainly lipid) and even helps detoxify the body, which is especially important in organs like the liver.

But wait, there's more! The smooth endoplasmic reticulum stores calcium, which is essential for tons of biological functions, like muscle movement and memory. That means that your brain's storage system relies on this tiny cellular network. 

Now, here's the kicker: if something goes wrong in the endoplasmic reticulum, it can lead to trouble. I mean it’s not a huge worry though as it's got a built-in quality control system to catch any mistakes. But what happens if there’s an accumulation of misfolded proteins? Well, that can cause stress in the network, leading to diseases like liver issues, heart conditions, and even Alzheimer's. Scary stuff, but understanding it helps scientists find ways to fix it.

So, how do we tackle these problems? Well, one pharmaceutical approach is using inhibitors to target the enzymes around the endoplasmic reticulum, easing the stress and preventing diseases. 

Finally, here's a little tip from me – when it comes to giving presentations, don't be afraid to ask the students questions and most importantly be yourself. Improvising can be such a great tool for a good presentation which is why I didn’t memorise anything before I presented. I just relied on my explanation skills! (mind you English is not my first language). Sure, it can be nerve-wracking, but remember you are your own worst critic. I thought my presentation wasn’t that well-structured because I improvised so much but, look at me now – sharing my knowledge with all of you on the school website. Goes to show, you never know until you try!" 

By Nourulhuda Mohammad