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Fundamentals of Cell Biology
Master the building blocks of life
Designed for BSc/MSc students, CSIR prep, and anyone eager to truly understand how cells work.
🧬 What You’ll Learn:
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Cell theory & comparison of prokaryotic vs. eukaryotic cells
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Structure & function of key organelles
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Plasma membrane architecture & transport mechanisms
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Cell junctions, adhesion & communication
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Real-life applications + MCQ strategies for exam prep
🎯 Who Is This Course For?
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BSc & MSc Life Science students
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Aspirants of CSIR-NET, ICMR, DBT, and related exams
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Educators, researchers & biology content creators
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Anyone looking to strengthen their foundational knowledge in biology
⚡ Why Choose This Course?
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Concept-first, exam-smart methodology
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Rich, visual explanations to enhance understanding
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Study at your pace — with lifetime access to all content
- Certificate of completion at the end of course
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Cell Biology doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Let’s simplify it — and learn it for life.
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Fundamentals of Cell Biology Overview
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What's Inside:
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- In depth video lectures and study notes covering the most important topics in cell biology for your preparation for competitive exams, interviews, and vivas.
- Multiple choice quiz to test your knowledge at the end of the course
Topics covered include,
1. Fundamentals of Cell Biology
- Cell as Fundamental Unit
- Origin and Evolution of Cells
- Plasma Membrane
- Cell Organelles
- Membrane Transport
- Cell Junctions
- Other key concepts for competitive exams and interviews
2. Origin and Evolution of Cells
- What is a cell
- Evolution of cells
- Types of cells - Prokaryotic cells, Eurkaryotic cells
- Importance of compartmentalization
- Cell walls and structures in different organisms
- Division of labor and specialization
3. Plasma membrane
- Overview
- Structure of plasma membrane - Fluid mosaic model, lipid bilayer, membrane proteins, key features and functions
- Factors affecting membrane fluidity
- Specialized membrane structures
4. Cell organelles
- Overview
- Major organelles in eukaryotic cells - Nucleus, Ribosomes, Endoplasmic reticulum, Golgi apparatus, Mitochondria, Lysosomes and Peroxisomes, Vacuoles, Cytoskeleton, Plastids
5. Membrane Transport
- Importance
- Types of membrane transport - Passive, Active
- Bulk Transport
- Clinical relevance
6. Cell junctions
- Importance
- Types of cell junctions - tight, adherens, desmosomes, gap junctions
- Details and functions
- Other important proteins in cell adhesion molecules
- Clinical relevance and key takeaways
7. Exam and Interview strategy in cell biology
- Importance of cell biology in competitive exams
- Application beyond exams
- Practical example from viva
- Popular exam topics
- Success strategies

Our courses are carefully designed by subject experts to ensure a step-by-step learning path that builds clarity and confidence in every topic.

We believe quality education should be accessible to everyone. Our pricing is student-friendly, with options that suit every budget.

No deadlines or pressure. Access the course anytime, anywhere, and learn in a way that suits your personal schedule and learning style.

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Get your doubts cleared directly by experts! Our educators host weekly live webinars to answer student queries and provide crystal-clear explanations on tough topics.

About your instructor
I'm a passionate biology educator with experience in mentoring students for competitive exams. I created WhatNext to cut through the clutter and offer exam-focused, time-efficient resources that actually help students succeed. My focus has always been on smart preparation over scattered learning. If you've ever felt lost with too many notes, no clarity and no direction - this is for you!
Shruthi Sridhar, Educator
Frequently Asked Questions
This course offers comprehensive video lectures, notes, and quizzes on key topics in cell biology, including cell structure, organelles, membrane dynamics, and transport mechanisms. It also provides strategic guidance for competitive exams, interviews, and vivas in cell biology.
This course is ideal for:
- BSc/MSc Life Science Students
- CSIR-NET, DBT, ICMR, GATE aspirants
- Teacher, tutors, content creators
- Anyone who finds genetics confusing and wants a clear, visual and structured approach
Yes! Whether you’re starting genetics or revisiting it after a break, the course builds from the ground up with simple explanations and gradually introduces advanced topics.
We focus on:
- Concept clarity, not rote memorization
- Smart exam strategies, not just theory
- Visual learening, so topics actually stick. Plus, you get lifetime access to revisit concepts anytime.
Absolutely. You’ll receive a Certificate of Completion, which you can use as a value-add to your academic coursework or include in your CV as part of professional portfolio.