biocause

In today’s episode, we dive deep—down to the molecular level—into what coffee really contains beyond that familiar boost of energy. We explore the chemistry behind every sip and uncover the compounds that make coffee so unique.

What exactly is caffeine, and how does it affect the brain? What role do antioxidants play, and why are they considered beneficial? And what gives coffee its distinctive aroma and flavor at a molecular level?

We break down key components like caffeine, chlorogenic acids, lipids, and carbohydrates, explaining in simple terms how each one interacts with the human body—from energy and focus to digestion and metabolism.

If you drink coffee every day (so… probably yes 😄), this episode will make you see it in a whole new way!

We’re back with another episode!

Have you ever wondered how water moves from roots to leaves against gravity? Nope, plants don’t defy physics, they actually rely on it. In this episode, we explore water potential and break down one of nature’s most remarkable systems.

Welcome to the first episode of biocause ✨️

Meet Maria & Eva, 2 chaotic biology students, who also happen to be your hosts!

This week's episode is about scattering, a physical phenomenon, which terrorizes a lot of biological scientists.

In this episode we learn what scattering is in a fun way, but also how we use it in biology experiments and how to avoid its plague...