Glossary of Anatomical Terms - Glossary providing
brief, understandable terms used in anatomy from
Purdue University School of Veterinary Medicine.
The Horse.com - Invaluable
website providing professionally written articles
on veterinary topics and most aspects of horse
care. Requires registration but is free to
use. An essential resource for all equine
students.
The Vet Student Exchange Website
- Provides
links to information on a wide range of
veterinary topics as well as radiographic
images. Place your cursor on one of the
menu tabs on this site for information on
a wide range of topics.
The Merck Veterinary Manual - The single most comprehensive
electronic reference for animal care information
including over 12,000 indexed topics and over
1200 illustrations
NetVet - General
Links service with links to equine information
resources all over the globe.
The U. S. National Health Museum
- Provides information
on a range of biological topics in clear
text and images. Includes a graphics gallery,
a visual library and much, much more!
Horse Structure - From the
Model Horse Reference.
Histology
The Histology of Organs and Systems
- Providing microscopic
images of organs and systems, this resource
will be useful for gaining a greater understanding
of laboratory practical work.
Cell
Biology
Online Cell Biology Course - For
those who want to refresh their
memories where basic cell biology
is concerned as well as those who
wish to further their knowledge,
this site provides bright illustrations
and descriptions of the workings
of the cell.
Cellular Biology - Brief but informative,
this page provides an overview of
the main concepts in cell biology
as well as a dateline style history
of the subject.
WWW Virtual Library of Cell Biology
- A
guide to cell biology on the web
produced by the www Virtual Library.
Provides links to many useful sites
on particular aspects of cell biology.
The Biology Project - Learn
all about cells and their many functions
and their life-cycle this site from
the University of Arizona. Also
contains further links to useful
cell biology websites.
Introduction to Cell Biology - From
the University of Minnesota, this
site explains the basics on cells
and their organelles and their various
functions and answers many FAQs
such as what is a cell? And What
is living?
Cells Alive! - Another
information site which promises
to be useful for revision and after-class
reading.
Biology Online - Covering
topics such as cell organelles and
cell specialisation, this site provides
a useful introduction to cell biology.
Animal Cell Structure - Description of the
structure of an animal cell including
detailed illustration and description
of organelles.
Cell Division:
Mitosis
An Introduction to Mitosis - From the
University of Maryland, this site provides
an illustrated tour of the stages of mitosis
using text and photographs.
Mitosis: Labelled Diagram - This labelled
diagram is a useful way of learning the stages
of mitosis without getting confused. It is
concise and to the point with a brief description
of each stage.This labelled diagram is a useful
way of learning the stages of mitosis without
getting confused. It is concise and to the
point with a brief description of each stage.
The Biology Project - Another
concise and to the point resource with a
brief description of each stage to back
up the virtual illustrations.
Cells Alive! - This
demonstrates the stages of mitosis
in an animal cell using cartoon film-like
animation. A very useful resource-like
it is all happening in front of your
very eyes!!!
Mitosis - Description
of the different stages of Mitosis.
Description of the stages of mitosis
- Clear, concise text
description of the different stages
of mitosis.
Comparative images of mitosis in
plant and animal cells - Useful
comparative microscopic images of
the differences between mitosis
in plant and animal cells.
Overview of Mitosis - The
University of Manchester have
put together this detailed overview
of mitosis. Contains detailed
diagrams and explanations of
each stage.
Mitosis - Well
illustrated explanation of mitosis
from the University of Cincinnati
The U. S. National Health Museum
- Provides
information on a range of biological
topics in clear text and images.
Includes a graphics gallery,
a visual library and much, much
more!
Cell
Division: Meiosis
Description of the stages of meiosis
- Clear, concise
text description of the different
stages of meiosis.
The Biology Project - This exercise,
designed by The Biology Project
is designed to help you understand
the events that occur in the
process of meiosis.
The U. S. National Health Museum
- Provides information
on a range of biological
topics in clear text and
images. Includes a graphics
gallery, a visual library
and much, much more!
Introduction to Meiosis - Tutorial-style
information source with descriptive
text and diagrams used to explain
the stages of meiosis.
Contexo.info - Explanation
of how meiosis is involved
in passing chromosomes from
parent to offspring.
Cell Division: Meiosis and Sexual
Reproduction - Well illustrated
account from Estrella Mount
Community College of the
events that take place during
meiosis as well as explanations
for commonly used terminology,
a comparison between the
events of mitosis and meiosis
and links for further reading.
Cell
Organelles
Cell-Biology.com - Description
of cell organelles and their
functions from Cell-Biology.com
Animal Cells - This
illustrative model represents
an idealized animal cell.
Columns to the left and
right of the labels contain
links to discussions of
the particular structures.
Cell Structures and Functions - Well
illustrated, to the
point description of
the structures found
in cells and their functions.
Cell Structure and Processes - Designed
to aid cell navigation,
this site from London, Ontario
will assist in the learning
of the structures found
in cells and their functions.
Cells
and Organelles - Well
illustrated and colourful
description of the structures
found in cells and their
functions from the University
of Cincinnati.
The structure and function of Endoplasmic
Reticulum - An
illustrated description
of the function of rough
endoplasmic reticulum.
Biology Online - Online
tutorial on the structure
and functions of the
cell.
Tissues
and Tissue Fluid
Ageing of equine articular cartilage
- An interesting article
on the ageing process of the
articular cartilage in the
horse from Internet America.
Nervous Tissue - An
illustrated diagram of the
structure of nervous tissue.
Tissue Organisation - Study-aid
for learning about mammalian
tissue organisation from
the University of the Western
Cape.
Connective Tissue - 1 This
series of articles which
are predominantly directed
at human athletes explain
the functions of connective
tissues in the mammalian
body as well as the repair
process of damaged tissue.
Connective Tissue - 2
Connective Tissue - 3
Connective Tissue - 4
Embryology
Different stages of early equine
pregnancy - Using ultrasonic
images and other techniques, this article from
Equine Reproduction illustrates changes that
occur during early pregnancy.
Early embryonic development and evaluation
of equine embryo viability - Abstract of a scientific
paper.
Genetics
Genetics for a new generation - From Cornell University,
this site explains most genetic concepts
from simple inheritance to gene therapy.
Equine Genetics - Links
page to articles containing information
about equine genetics.
University of Kentucky Equine Parentage
and Verification and Research Laboratory
- This
site contains specific information
on the following: · Traditional Bloodtyping
· Haemolytic Disease Prevention (Neonatal
Isoerythrolysis) · DNA Testing · Colour
Testing · Research
University of Kentucky Horse Genome
Project - If you are looking
for recent discoveries in equine genetics
and current projects, this is a brilliant
site for referencing and finding out
the latest information and current
topics being investigated.
University of California, Davis -
This is a book reference
list that can put students in the
right direction when looking up a
particular aspect of equine genetics.
Is there a Gene that predisposes
Horses to having COPD ? - If
you are looking for recent discoveries
in equine genetics and current projects,
this is a brilliant site for referencing
and finding out the latest information
and current topics being investigated.
Genetic Roulette- Chance or Choice?
- Information
article from Equine Reproduction.
Horse Genetics - From
the Veterinary Genetics Laboratory,
this site provides information on
topics such as the genetic makeup
of horse coat colour and horse parentage
testing. Also contains links to other
sites on topics such as the genetics
of performance traits.
Skin and Coat Colour
Horse coat colour genetics -
More horse coat colour genetics -
Microbiology
Education Resources - This
page contains some very useful links
to web sites providing educational
resources, or online microbiology
courses.
Basic Microbiology and the Spread
of Infection - A
useful introduction to microbiology
in an easy to learn, easy to understand
format.
History and Scope of Microbiology
- This site displays
a history of microbiology with details
on those responsible for important
discoveries in the subject.
Introduction to Microbiology - Informative
text on bacteria, enzymes and spore
formation, all important aspects
of microbiology.
Muscle
Cardiac Muscle - Images
and brief descriptive statements
on the histology of cardiac muscle.
Skeletal Muscle - Images
and brief descriptive statements
on the histology of skeletal muscle.
Smooth Muscle - Images
and brief descriptive statements
on the histology of smooth muscle.
Function of Muscle - A
very wordy but descriptive account
of the function of muscle, including
the function of the neuromuscular
junction and synapses.
Muscles
of the Horse
The Equine Musculoskeletal System
- From
the HorseHolistics.com site, this
page is an account of the importance
of functioning muscle in the athletic
horse. Information includes ‘causes
of excessive strain, features of
muscle, the ‘importance of maintaining
good musculoskeletal health’, ‘signs
of muscular problems’ and the prevention
of musculoskeletal problems.
Types of Muscles
Adaptation of the muscles during
training - From
Saracen Horse Feeds, this page contains
a comprehensive account of how the
horse’s muscles adapt during training.
There is also an explanation of
the different muscle fibre types
and for which type of event these
are required.
The Merck Veterinary Manual - The
single most comprehensive electronic
reference for animal care information
including over 12,000 indexed topics
and over 1200 illustrations. A detailed
account of the musculoskeletal systems,
functions and potential problems.
Contains a brilliant sub-section
on ‘Lameness in Horses’.
The Circulatory
System
The Merck Veterinary Manual - The
single most comprehensive electronic
reference for animal care information
including over 12,000 indexed topics
and over 1200 illustrations.
The Circulatory System - At
first glance, this appears to be
just a list. If you click on the
hyperlinks dotted around, you will
find very useful resources including
a learning aid for memorising different
structures of the heart and clear,
detailed diagrams.
Animal Health Trust - The
heart and the cardiovascular system:
Relevance to training and health
of the endurance horse. An information
article by Dr Leslie Young of the
Animal Health Trust.
Animal Health Trust - Equine
Athletes, The Equine Athlete's
Heart and Racing Success. An information
article by Dr Leslie Young of
the Animal Health Trust.
International Veterinary Information
Service - This
article produced by IVIS details
Blood pressure and blood flow
during equine anaesthesia and
extensive information on cardiovascular
function during anaesthesia.
Anatomy of The Heart & Cardiac Cycle
- From
California State Polytechnic University,
this page provides a descriptive
account of the anatomy of the
heart and cardiac cycle in easy
to understand and follow note
format. Also contains links to
related pages.
The Digestive
System
Equine Digestive System - Comprehensive
lecture notes from the University
of Georgia. A detailed account
of the different types of colic
as well as their prevention and
treatment.
The Horse's Digestive System - Descriptive
account of each structure in the
horse’s digestive system from
the Ohio State University Extension.
Understanding the Equine Digestive
System - Article
describing the equine digestive
system, its structure and function.
Oregon State University - Powerpoint-type
presentation containing salient
points referring to the structure
and function of the equine digestive
system as well as the nutrient
groups and types required to feed
a balanced diet.
Comparative Digestive Systems - Illustrated
comparison of the digestive systems
of different animals from Michigan
State University. Takes a little
while to download but is a very
useful tool!
Equine Digestive Tract Structure
and Function - From
the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture
and Food, this page provides a
concise description of the structure
and function of each component
of the digestive system as well
as a colourful diagram and details
on common conditions of the system
and nutrient requirements.
Digestion
Equine Digestion - A
written account of equine digestion
from a Belgian university detailing
each stage of the digestive process.
Also contains a reference list
at the end of the document.
The Endocrine
System
Pathophysiology of the Endocrine
System - From
the Colombia State University,
a useful resource containing fundamental
concepts in endocrinology and
a tour of the endocrine system.
The Merck Veterinary Manual - The
single most comprehensive electronic
reference for animal care information
including over 12,000 indexed
topics and over 1200 illustrations.
The Merck Veterinary Manual - An
explanation of the mechanisms
of endocrine disease from the
single most comprehensive electronic
reference for animal care information
including over 12,000 indexed
topics and over 1200 illustrations.
The Endocrine Control of Parturition
- A
chapter from Mina Davies Morel’s
book ‘Equine Reproductive Physiology,
Breeding and Stud Management’
detailing how the endocrine system
controls events during parturition.
Endocrine Diagnostics for Stallion
Infertility - Published
by the International Veterinary
Information Service, this is a
useful article for understanding
the importance of stallion fertility
and how the potential causes are
detected.
Veterinary Endocrine Physiology -
Not
restricted to horses, these lecture
notes produced by Cambridge University
provide an insight into how the
mammalian endocrine system works
and problems that can arise.
Histology of the Endocrine Glands
- Click
on the name of a gland to view
a microscopic image.
Hormones
Pathophysiology of the Endocrine
System - From
the Colombia State University,
a useful resource containing fundamental
concepts in endocrinology and
a tour of the endocrine system.
The Merck Veterinary Manual: Types
of Hormones - An
extensive description of the different
types of hormones and their functions
from the single most comprehensive
electronic reference for animal
care information including over
12,000 indexed topics and over
1200 illustrations.
Steroids and Hormones - An
article from a US website which
highlights the negative results
of the use of steroids and hormones
in the US racing industry.
The Basics of Hormones - From
the University of Bristol, this
area provides a comprehensive
and detailed description of
the different types of hormones,
hormone transport, concentration
and distribution, hormone receptors,
the action of hormones on cells
and comparisons between steroid
and protein hormones modes of
action.
The Immune System
and Immunology
Equine Immunology - From
the University of California
(Davis), this information article
discusses the development of
immunology.
The Immune System = The National
Defence - From
the University of California
(Davis), this information article
discusses the development of
immunology.
The Immune System and Disease Resistance
- This
article discusses the essential
role of the human system in
maintaining the human body's
overall general health and resistance
to disease. The focus will be
on environmental factors or
events which may cause or trigger
immune dysfunction leading to
either immune deficiency or
immune stimulation (reactive
or autoimmunity).
The Merck Veterinary Manual: Immunopathologic
Reactions - An
extensive description of the
different types of immunopathologic
reaction from the single most
comprehensive electronic reference
for animal care information
including over 12,000 indexed
topics and over 1200 illustrations.
The Merck Veterinary Manual: Immunopathologic
Diseases - An
extensive description of the
different types of immunopathologic
diseases, including immunodeficiency
diseases from the single most
comprehensive electronic reference
for animal care information
including over 12,000 indexed
topics and over 1200 illustrations.
The Kidneys
Equine Kidneys and Adrenal Glands
- Photograph
and labelled diagram of the
equine kidneys from the University
of Bristol.
How to Interpret Blood Test Results
- How
to interpret blood tests carried
out on the horse, this article
from Horse Nutrition 101.
How to Interpret Blood Test Results
- Another
page detailing how to interpret
blood tests carried out on the
horse, detailing the assessment
of muscle enzymes, kidney function,
liver function, electrolyte
levels, kidney function, acid-base
status, oxygen transport systems,
immune function, platelets,
glucose and cortisol from Equine
Health Resources Inc.
Vertebrate Excretory Systems - This
power-point style slide show
from Henderson State University
outlines the structure and functions
of the mammalian excretory systems.
Structure of the Mammalian Kidney
- Illustrated
overview of the structure and
functions of the mammalian kidney
from the Southern Cross University,
Australia.
Kidney Simulation Project - This
page links to many useful information
resources on the mammalian kidney
including many images.
Water and Electrolyte Balance in
Animals - Intended
as a lecture outline for students
at the University of Southern
California, this document outlines
the importance of this topic
in many different species.
Basic Renal Physiology and Anatomy
- Highly
detailed information resource
from the University of Florida.
Illustrated in detail with photographs
and micrographs.
The Nervous System
The Merck Veterinary Manual: The
Nervous System - An
extensive description of the
nervous system from the single
most comprehensive electronic
reference for animal care information
including over 12,000 indexed
topics and over 1200 illustrations.
The Skeleton
The Equine Skeleton: How does bone
grow and how do abnormalities
in the developmental process
affect soundness? - Well
illustrated information article
from Colorado State University.
The Equine Skeleton - Labelled
and un-labelled line diagrams
of the equine skeleton from
Equine Estates.com.
Equine Appendicular Skeleton - Well-designed
display intended to increase
the understanding of the structure
of the appendicular skeleton.
The Merck Veterinary Manual: The
Musculoskeletal System - An
extensive description of the
musculoskeletal system from
the single most comprehensive
electronic reference for animal
care information including
over 12,000 indexed topics
and over 1200 illustrations.
Applied Anatomy of the Equine Back
- Morphology,
biomechanics and diseases
of the equine back in powerpoint
style document from the University
of Berlin.
Joints of the Equine Axial Skeleton
- Labelled
photographs of the joints
of the equine axial skeleton.
Provides a unique perspective!
Anatomy of Bones
Training and Bone Quality - From
Equine Research Inc. This
article discusses the importance
of the promotion of bone quality
in the horse’s training programme
to minimise damage.
Why Measure Bone structure? - From
RacehorseTrainers.co.uk, this
article highlights the importance
of the strengthening of bone
in a training programme.
Equine Joints: An Overview - This
article from Equine Natural
therapy discusses the different
types of joint and the classification
of joints.
Equine Fracture Management and Repair
- Intended
as lecture notes from the
University of Georgia, this
provides a detailed overview
of equine fracture management
and repair covering topics
such as assessment of the
patient, fracture repair and
possible complications.
The Hoof and its Relation to Balance
and Soundness - From
an issue of Equinews, this
article highlights the importance
of soundness in the hoof and
its effect on the soundness
of the horse.
Musculoskeletal System - Detailed
overview of the structures
and functions of the musculoskeletal
system from the University
of Bristol.
First Year Bone Formation and Growth
- An
overview of information on
bone formation and growth
from the University of Bristol.
Evolution
Evolution of the Horse - 1 A
descriptive, well-illustrated
series of articles on evolutional
adaptations of the horse from
the Equine Studies Institute.
Covers topics such as competition
and predation, structural
adaptations, dental evolution,
skull evolution and skeletal
evolution.
Evolution of the Horse - 2
Evolution of the Horse - 3
Evolution of the Horse - 4
Evolution of the Horse - 5
The Evolution of the Horse From the Equine
Studies Institute
