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Sourav Pan

Founder of Biology Notes Online, Biology & Microbiology Educator, M.Sc. in Microbiology
Expertise
Microbiology, Immunology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Botany, Zoology
Education
University of Calcutta
Profile Last Updated: August 10, 2026

Sourav Pan is the founder and sole author of Biology Notes Online. He holds a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree and an M.Sc. in Microbiology from the University of Calcutta. He creates educational resources covering microbiology, immunology, biotechnology, genetics, cell biology, botany, zoology, and other life-science subjects.

His goal is to make complex biological concepts easier to understand through well-structured, student-friendly articles based on academic textbooks, peer-reviewed research, and authoritative scientific sources. In addition to writing new content, he regularly reviews and updates articles to improve their accuracy, clarity, and educational value.

Cleavage – Definition, Types, Planes, Patterns, Significance

Cleavage - Definition, Types, Planes, Patterns, Significance

What is cleavage? Characteristics of cleavage Step by step process of Cleavage Types of cleavages The cleavage pattern in embryos mainly determined by yolk quantity and how that yolk is distributed by the cytoplasm.Also, timing and direction of mitotic spindle (inside egg) play important role. Yolk usually slow / restrict the process of complete division. … Read more

Membrane Filtration Method – Types, Advantages, Disadvantages, Applications

Membrane Filtration Method, Types, Advantages, Disadvantages, Applications.

Membrane Filter Technique can define as a physical separation process, which based mainly on size / molecular weight of particles in a liquid or gas stream. In this method a thin semi-permeable membrane (often made from cellulose nitrate/acetate) is used, and pressure is applied to push the feed solution by it. The smaller components pass … Read more

Plasmid Replication – Mechanism With Diagram

Plasmid Replication - Mechanism With Diagram

What are plasmids? Copy Number and Physical Nature of Plasmids Properties of Plasmids Plasmid Replication Mechanism 1. Rolling circle Mode of Replication Rolling-Circle Replication (RCR) is described as a method of DNA replication that is used by some viruses, plasmids and circular genetic elements. A single-strand nick is introduced at the origin and the 5′-end … Read more

Genetic variation – Definition, Types, Causes, Examples

Genetic variation - Definition, Types, Causes, Examples

What is genetic variation? Genetic variation is the differences that are found in the DNA sequences among individuals of the same species. It’s what makes every organism a bit different from others even they belong to same population. Inside populations, variation is mostly caused by mutations, recombination / crossing over (during meiosis), and sometimes by … Read more

Artificial Selection – Theory, Types, Advantages, Examples

Artificial Selection of Plant Traits

What is Artificial Selection? Artificial selection is a process by which humans are intentionally choosing certain organisms / traits for reproduction, it has been used for centuries actually even before the mechanism of genes was understood properly. In artificial selection, individuals that show desirable features (like color, yield, behavior etc.) are allowed to breed, while … Read more

Different model of Replication – Theta, rolling circle, and linear DNA replication

Various model of Replication - Theta, rolling circle, and linear DNA replication

DNA replication is the process by which genetic material is copied before cell division happens, it’s considered essential for inheritance. Among different models, the main ones observed are Theta model, Rolling Circle model, and Linear DNA replication. Each model are used by different organisms or DNA types (like plasmids, viruses, or eukaryotic chromosomes). The three … Read more

Codon Chart – Codon Table, mRNA Codon Chart, Amino Acids & RNA Wheel Explained

Codon Chart and Codon Table

An codon chart is presented as a compact key, that maps three-nucleotide codons to amino acids, and it is usually shown as a table or circular map. In the chart, each codon is represented by three bases (A, U, G, C) and is read in the 5’→3’ direction, misreading the direction will alter meaning. Sixty-four … Read more

Aspergillus clavatus – Morphology, Life Cycle, Pathogenesis

Aspergillus clavatus - Morphology, Life Cycle, Pathogenesis

Habitat of Aspergillus clavatus Morphology of Aspergillus clavatus Cultural Characteristics of Aspergillus clavatus Culture media used for the growth of Aspergillus clavatus Life Cycle of Aspergillus clavatus Pathogenesis of Aspergillus clavatus Diseases caused by Aspergillus clavatus Treatment of Aspergillus clavatus diseases Prevention and control of Aspergillus clavatus FAQ

Aspergillus niger – Structure, Habitat, Characteristics

Aspergillus niger - Structure, Habitat, Characteristics

Kingdom: Fungi Division: Ascomycota Class: Eurotiomycetes Order: Eurotiales Family: Trichocomaceae Genus: Aspergillus Species: A. niger Aspergillus niger is considered one of the most common species of the genus Aspergillus, which has been widely distributed in soil, decaying vegetation, and indoor environments. It is usually recognized as a black mold, and colonies are often appeared dark brown … Read more