Kazan
Kazan
Kazan (pronounced kuh-ZAHN) is a city in the Republic of Tatarstan, Russia, and serves as the republic's capital. While not directly related to medical terminology, Kazan is home to several significant medical institutions, including the Kazan State Medical University and the Kazan Federal University's Institute of Fundamental Medicine and Biology.
Etymology
The name "Kazan" is believed to have been derived from the Tatar word qazan, which translates to 'boiler' or 'cauldron'. Some theories suggest that the city was named after the resemblance of the hill it was built upon to a cauldron's shape.
Medical Institutions
Kazan State Medical University
Kazan State Medical University is one of the most renowned, multi-disciplined medical universities in Russia. It is recognized for its high standards in teaching and research in the field of medicine.
Kazan Federal University's Institute of Fundamental Medicine and Biology
The Institute of Fundamental Medicine and Biology at Kazan Federal University is a leading research institution in the field of biomedical sciences in Russia. It offers a wide range of programs in medicine, biology, and biotechnology.
Related Terms
- Medicine: The science and practice of diagnosing, treating, or preventing diseases and injuries.
- Biology: The natural science that studies life and living organisms, including their physical structure, chemical processes, molecular interactions, physiological mechanisms, development, and evolution.
- Biotechnology: The exploitation of biological processes for industrial and other purposes, especially the genetic manipulation of microorganisms for the production of antibiotics, hormones, etc.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Kazan
- Wikipedia's article - Kazan
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