What's New at Kenhub

The latest features, improvements, and fixes.

πŸŽ‰ Quizzes just got a major upgrade

You can now choose which content to include in your study sessions. Plus a simpler layout and a faster way to start.

Pick exactly what you want to learn

Go to any study session inside a study unit and click "What you'll learn" to see every structure and concept included. Don't need a specific one? Remove it with one click. Changed your mind? Add it back just as easily.

Hit "Start studying", and you'll get a tailored quiz with only the content you selected. Your choices are reflected in your stats and quiz summary too.

When you take the exam quiz, it uses the content selection from your last study session (no need to set it up again!).

A simpler, more organized layout

We've split study sessions and exam quizzes to better match the natural learning path. Study sessions live in the learning phase of the study unit, right where you'd expect them.

The exam quiz sits at the bottom. Pass it to complete the study unit and earn that golden badge!

To make quizzes easier to start, we cleaned up the interface and moved all settings behind the gear icon βš™οΈ in the top right. Everything you're used to is still there: session duration, number of questions, question types, muscle attachments, and more.


Head to any study unit and try it out for yourself. Your next session is one click away. πŸ’ͺ


πŸŽ₯ NEW VIDEO: The cell cycle

A paper cut heals like it never happened because your skin cells are constantly growing, copying their DNA, and dividing. This 10-minute video walks through the full cycle.

ο»Ώο»Ώο»Ώο»ΏIn this video, you'll learn:

  • πŸ”„ The two main phases: interphase (G1, S, G2) and M phase
  • 🧬 How DNA replication works: helicase, polymerase, leading and lagging strands
  • πŸͺœ The 5 stages of mitosis: prophase, prometaphase, metaphase, anaphase, telophase
  • βœ‚οΈ How cytokinesis splits one cell into two identical daughter cells
  • πŸ›‘ How cyclins, CDKs, and checkpoints keep the cycle on track
  • πŸ’€ Why some cells rest in G0 and what brings them back

A solid foundation for cell biology, histology, and pathology.

πŸ‘‰ Watch the full video to see each phase in action.



πŸŽ‰ Quiz update: Less repetition, more progress!

You told us study session quizzes feel slow and repetitive: too many questions on structures you already knew, and not enough movement towards new ones.


We listened, and we've tuned the algorithm to fix exactly that.


Now, when you answer correctly, the quiz moves you ahead faster, so you spend less time on structures you've already nailed. πŸš€


And don't worry: When you make mistakes, the quiz will slow down and make sure you really learn it before moving on.


The result is a study session that adapts more closely to what you know, gives you a stronger sense of progress, and doesn't waste your time.


Try a study session, and let us know what you think!


πŸŽ₯ NEW VIDEO: Homeostasis and feedback loops

Learn how the body keeps everything balanced and stableβ€”even when conditions change!

In this video, you’ll learn:

  • 🌑️ What homeostasis is and why it’s essential for survival
  • 🎯 Setpoints, normal ranges & regulated variables
  • πŸ”„ How negative feedback loops maintain stability
  • ⚑ How positive feedback loops amplify responses
  • 🧠 Key components: sensors, control centers & effectors

From body temperature to oxygen levels, discover how your body stays in control!

πŸ‘‰ Watch the full video to master homeostasis and feedback loops:

πŸŽ₯ NEW VIDEO: Cell membrane

Discover how the cell membrane protects, communicates, and controls everything that enters and leaves the cell!

In this video, you’ll learn:

  • 🧬 The fluid mosaic model and membrane structure
  • πŸ§ͺ Roles of lipids, proteins, and carbohydrates
  • πŸšͺ How substances cross the membrane (selective permeability)
  • πŸ“‘ Cell communication via receptors
  • 🧷 Functions like adhesion, support & cell recognition

Understand how this dynamic barrier keeps cells functioning efficiently!

πŸ‘‰ Watch the full video to explore the cell membrane in detail:

πŸŽ₯ UPDATED VIDEO: Viscerocranium

We’ve revamped this video with a fresh look, clearer structure, and more engaging storytelling to make learning facial anatomy more fun!

In this updated video, you’ll explore:

  • 🧠 The viscerocranium vs. neurocranium
  • 😁 Key facial bones (maxilla, mandible, zygomatic & more)
  • πŸ‘ƒ Structures forming the nose, orbit & jaw
  • πŸ—£οΈ How these bones support chewing, speaking & facial expression
  • πŸ›‘οΈ Protection of sensory organs like the eyes and nasal cavity

A must-watch to master the anatomy behind your face!

πŸ‘‰ Rewatch the improved video and explore the facial skeleton!

πŸŽ₯ NEW VIDEO: Layers and cells of the cerebral cortex

Uncover how the brain’s layered structure enables complex thinking, movement, and perception!

In this video, you’ll learn:

  • πŸŽ‚ The 6 layers of the neocortex and their organization
  • πŸ”¬ Key staining techniques (Nissl, Golgi, Weigert)
  • 🧠 Types of cortical neurons (pyramidal, stellate, fusiform)
  • πŸ”— How neurons connect within and beyond the cortex
  • ⚑ Functional roles of each cortical layer

Perfect for understanding how structure supports brain function!

πŸ‘‰ Watch the full video to explore the cerebral cortex in detail!

πŸŽ₯ UPDATED VIDEO: Cardinal body planes and axes

This refreshed video brings a clearer structure and more engaging explanations to help you master anatomical orientation with ease!

In this updated video, you’ll learn:

  • 🧍 The anatomical position as your reference point
  • πŸͺŸ The 3 cardinal planes (sagittal, coronal, transverse)
  • πŸ“ The 3 cardinal axes (horizontal, vertical, sagittal)
  • πŸ”„ How movements relate to planes and axes
  • 🧠 How to visualize anatomy like a β€œbody GPS”

Perfect for building a strong foundation in anatomy and movement!

πŸ‘‰ Rewatch the improved video and navigate anatomy with confidence!

πŸŽ₯ UPDATED VIDEO: Types of body movements

We’ve refreshed this classic video with a new look, clearer structure, and more engaging explanations to make learning movement easier than ever!

In this updated video, you’ll explore:

  • 🧍 The anatomical position, planes & axes of movement
  • πŸ” Major movements (flexion, extension, abduction, adduction, rotation)
  • βš™οΈ Joint-specific movements (supination, pronation, circumduction & more)
  • 🦢 Movements of the wrist, thumb, and ankle
  • 🎯 How movements work together in real-life actions

A must-watch upgrade for mastering anatomy fundamentals!

πŸ‘‰ Rewatch the improved video and level up your understanding!

πŸŽ₯ NEW VIDEO: Membranous organelles

Explore how cells stay organized and efficient with their membrane-bound organellesβ€”each with a specialized role!

In this video, you’ll learn:

  • 🧬 What membranous organelles are and why they matter
  • ⚑ Mitochondria as the cell’s energy producers (ATP)
  • πŸ§ͺ Peroxisomes and their role in detoxification
  • πŸ—οΈ The endomembrane system (ER, Golgi, lysosomes)
  • πŸ“¦ How proteins and lipids are modified, sorted & transported
  • ♻️ How lysosomes recycle cellular waste

Understand how cells function like highly organized factories!

πŸ‘‰ Watch the full video to master membranous organelles!

πŸŽ₯ NEW VIDEO: transport across the cell membrane

Discover how cells act like tiny shipping and distribution centers, controlling what goes in and out to stay alive and functional.

In this video, you’ll learn:

  • πŸ” How the cell membrane is selectively permeable
  • 🌊 Passive transport: diffusion, facilitated diffusion & osmosis
  • ⚑ Active transport and the role of ATP
  • πŸ”„ The sodium-potassium pump and electrochemical gradients
  • πŸ“¦ Vesicular transport: endocytosis & exocytosis

Build a solid understanding of how cells maintain balance and communicate with their environment!

πŸ‘‰ Watch the full video to master membrane transport!

πŸŽ₯ NEW VIDEO: Cell nucleus

Meet the command center of the cell! This video dives into the structure and role of the nucleus and why it’s essential for cellular function.

In this video, you’ll learn:

  • 🧠 Why the nucleus is called the cell’s β€œcaptain”
  • πŸ“ Its typical shape, size, and location in the cell
  • πŸ” Variations like multinucleated cells (e.g., skeletal muscle)
  • 🧬 How the nucleus stores and manages genetic information
  • βš™οΈ Its role in coordinating cell activity

A must-watch for understanding how cells stay organized and functional!

πŸ‘‰ Watch the full video to explore the nucleus in detail!

πŸŽ₯ NEW VIDEO: Introduction to cells

Get a clear and simple overview of the building blocks of life! This video walks you through the essential structure and function of a typical cell.

In this video, you’ll learn:

  • 🧫 The 3 main parts of the cell: membrane, nucleus & cytoplasm
  • πŸ”„ How the cell membrane controls what enters and leaves
  • 🧬 The role of the nucleus as the cell’s command center
  • βš™οΈ Key organelles and their functions (mitochondria, ER, Golgi & more)
  • ♻️ How cells produce, process, and recycle materials

Perfect for building a strong foundation in cell biology!

πŸ‘‰ Watch the full video to explore how cells function as tiny, powerful factories.

▢️ New Youtube video: Speed reading feels real… But isn’t

Can you really read faster without losing understanding? Let’s break the myth.

In this Kenhub video, we explore speed reading and what science actually says about it. Why it feels effective, and why it often doesn’t work as promised.

In this video, you’ll discover:

  • πŸ“– How reading really works in the brain
  • 🧠 The limits of processing speed
  • ⚠️ The β€œfluency illusion” explained
  • ❌ Common speed reading myths
  • βœ… What actually improves learning
  • πŸ“΅ Why distraction is the real problem

πŸ‘‰ Watch the full video on the Kenhub Youtube channel and learn how to truly read smarter!

🎬 New video: Neuronal synapses

How do neurons pass information to each other? The answer lies in synapses πŸ”—

In this Kenhub video, explore the junctions where neurons communicate and learn how signals move from one cell to the next.

In this lesson you'll discover:

  • 🧠 What synapses are and how they work

  • 🧬 Different types of neuroreceptors

  • ⚑ How synaptic transmission occurs

  • βž• How neurons combine signals through summation

πŸ‘‰ Watch the full video on Kenhub and understand how neurons communicate!

Neuronal synapses

πŸŽ₯ New video: Action potential

How do neurons send signals across the nervous system? It all starts with the action potential ⚑

In this Kenhub video, learn how electrical signals are generated and propagated along neurons to transmit information throughout the body.

In this lesson you’ll explore:

  • πŸ”‹ The step-by-step phases of an action potential

  • 🧠 How depolarization and repolarization work

  • ⚑ How signals travel along axons

  • πŸƒ Continuous vs. saltatory conduction

πŸ‘‰ Watch the full video on Kenhub and master the fundamentals of neuronal signaling!

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πŸŽ₯ New video: Sensory receptors

How does your body detect touch, light, pressure, temperature, and pain?

In this Kenhub video, explore sensory receptorsβ€”specialized cells that allow your nervous system to detect and interpret stimuli from the environment and your own body.

In this lesson you’ll learn:

  • πŸ‘† Structural & functional receptor classifications

  • 🧠 Key receptors like mechanoreceptors, photoreceptors & nociceptors

  • 🌑️ How stimuli become nerve signals (receptor potentials)

  • ⚑ Concepts like summation, adaptation & the labeled line principle

πŸ‘‰ Watch the full video on Kenhub and discover how your body senses the world!

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πŸŽ₯ New video: Neurotransmitters

What allows neurons to talk to each other? The answer: neurotransmitters.

In this Kenhub video, discover the tiny chemical messengers that make communication in the nervous system possible. These molecules transmit signals between neurons and other cells through synaptic transmission, influencing movement, emotions, memory, and more.

In this video you’ll learn:

  • 🧠 What neurotransmitters are

  • ⚑ How neurons communicate at synapses

  • 🧬 Examples like dopamine, serotonin, and GABA

πŸ‘‰ Watch the full video on Kenhub and explore how your brain sends messages!

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▢️ New Youtube video: How to get rid of test anxiety

Do exams make you nervous or blank out during tests? You’re not alone.

In our new Youtube video, learn practical strategies to overcome test anxiety and approach exams with more confidence and focus. The video explains why test anxiety happens and what you can do to manage it effectively.

In this lesson you’ll discover:

🧠 Why test anxiety happens

πŸ’‘ Practical techniques to stay calm during exams

πŸ“š Study and mindset tips to improve performance

πŸ‘‰ Watch the full video on Kenhub and learn how to take control of exam stress!

πŸŽ₯ New video: Introduction to neuron neurophysiology

🧠 How do neurons generate electrical signals?

In this new Kenhub video, you’ll explore the basics of neuron electrophysiology and discover how nerve cells create and transmit electrical signals through the body.

Learn about:

  • ⚑ Electrical activity of neurons

  • 🧬 The role of the neuronal membrane

  • πŸ”‹ Ion channels and signal generation

This is a great starting point if you’re learning neurophysiology or reviewing how neurons communicate.

πŸ‘‰ Watch the full video on Kenhub and strengthen your understanding of neuronal signaling!

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