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Chromatin Collection

Chromatin, the intricate web of genetic material within our cells, holds the key to understanding life's blueprint

Background imageChromatin Collection: Nucleosome molecule

Nucleosome molecule, computer model. A nucleosome is a subunit of chromatin, the substance that forms chromosomes. It consists of a short length of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid)

Background imageChromatin Collection: DNA nucleosome, molecular model

DNA nucleosome, molecular model
DNA nucleosome. Molecular model of a nucleosome, the fundamental repeating unit used to package DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) inside cell nuclei

Background imageChromatin Collection: Plasma cells, TEM

Plasma cells, TEM
Plasma cells. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of plasma cells. Plasma cells are mature B lymphocytes (white blood cells) that produce and secrete antibodies during an immune response

Background imageChromatin Collection: Microscopic view of animal cell

Microscopic view of animal cell

Background imageChromatin Collection: Animal cell anatomy, diagram

Animal cell anatomy, diagram
Animal cell anatomy. Diagram showing the internal and external anatomy of an animal cell

Background imageChromatin Collection: Conceptual image of a plant cell and its components

Conceptual image of a plant cell and its components

Background imageChromatin Collection: Comparative illustration of plant and animal cell anatomy (with labels)

Comparative illustration of plant and animal cell anatomy (with labels)

Background imageChromatin Collection: Microscopic view of animal cell nucleus

Microscopic view of animal cell nucleus

Background imageChromatin Collection: DNA nucleosome, molecular model F007 / 9883

DNA nucleosome, molecular model F007 / 9883
DNA nucleosome. Molecular model of a nucleosome, the fundamental repeating unit used to package DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) inside cell nuclei

Background imageChromatin Collection: DNA nucleosome, molecular model F007 / 9888

DNA nucleosome, molecular model F007 / 9888
DNA nucleosome. Molecular model of a nucleosome, the fundamental repeating unit used to package DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) inside cell nuclei

Background imageChromatin Collection: DNA supercoil, artwork

DNA supercoil, artwork
DNA supercoils. Computer artwork showing a supercoiled strand of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid). Supercoiling is important in a number of biological processes

Background imageChromatin Collection: Chromatin remodelling factor and DNA F006 / 9655

Chromatin remodelling factor and DNA F006 / 9655
Chromatin remodelling factor and DNA, molecular model. The strands of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) are at left and right. This chromatin remodelling factor is ISW1a

Background imageChromatin Collection: Nucleosome molecule F006 / 9323

Nucleosome molecule F006 / 9323
Nucleosome, molecular model. A nucleosome is a subunit of chromatin, the substance that forms chromosomes. It consists of a short length of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid)

Background imageChromatin Collection: Nucleosome molecule F006 / 9314

Nucleosome molecule F006 / 9314
Nucleosome, molecular model. A nucleosome is a subunit of chromatin, the substance that forms chromosomes. It consists of a short length of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid)

Background imageChromatin Collection: Nucleosome molecule F006 / 9235

Nucleosome molecule F006 / 9235
Nucleosome, molecular model. A nucleosome is a subunit of chromatin, the substance that forms chromosomes. It consists of a short length of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid)

Background imageChromatin Collection: DNA packaging, artwork C016 / 7517

DNA packaging, artwork C016 / 7517
DNA packaging. Computer artwork showing how DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) is packaged within cells. Two DNA strands, consisting of a sugar-phosphate backbone attached to nucleotide bases

Background imageChromatin Collection: Telomeres, illustration C018 / 0911

Telomeres, illustration C018 / 0911
Telomeres. Illustration of a chromosome highlighting the telomeres (white), short repeated sequences at the ends of a chromosome

Background imageChromatin Collection: DNA packaging, illustration C018 / 0747

DNA packaging, illustration C018 / 0747
DNA packaging. Illustration showing how DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) is packaged within cells. Two DNA strands, consisting of a sugar-phosphate backbone attached to nucleotide bases

Background imageChromatin Collection: DNA supercoils, artwork

DNA supercoils, artwork
DNA supercoils. Computer artwork showing DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) in three stages of supercoiling. Supercoiling is important in a number of biological processes

Background imageChromatin Collection: DNA quadruplex, molecular model

DNA quadruplex, molecular model. This dimeric quadruplex of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) is thought to form as part of telomeres

Background imageChromatin Collection: DNA nucleosome, molecular model C016 / 8549

DNA nucleosome, molecular model C016 / 8549
DNA nucleosome. Molecular model of a nucleosome, the fundamental repeating unit used to package DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) inside cell nuclei

Background imageChromatin Collection: H-NS chromatin-structuring protein

H-NS chromatin-structuring protein. Molecular model of the oligomerization domain of the H-NS protein from the Escherichia coli bacterium. This dimeric molecule folds in on itself, as shown here

Background imageChromatin Collection: Packaged DNA molecule

Packaged DNA molecule. Computer model showing the structure of a smoothly bent molecule of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) as it would appear in chromatin

Background imageChromatin Collection: Chromatin remodelling factor and DNA C015 / 5156

Chromatin remodelling factor and DNA C015 / 5156
Chromatin remodelling factor and DNA, molecular model. The strands of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) are at left and right (both red and green). This chromatin remodelling factor (purple) is ISW1a

Background imageChromatin Collection: Chromatin remodelling factor and DNA C015 / 5155

Chromatin remodelling factor and DNA C015 / 5155
Chromatin remodelling factor and DNA, molecular model. The strands of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) are at left and right (pink-yellow and green-orange). This chromatin remodelling factor is ISW1a

Background imageChromatin Collection: Lampbrush chromosomes, TEM

Lampbrush chromosomes, TEM
Lampbrush chromosomes. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of lampbrush chromosomes (LBCs). A chromosome consists of proteins and DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid)

Background imageChromatin Collection: False-colour TEM of a human lymphocyte

False-colour TEM of a human lymphocyte
False-colour transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a single human lymphocyte, the smallest of the white blood cells. The large

Background imageChromatin Collection: Chromosome, SEM

Chromosome, SEM
Chromosome. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a condensed chromosome showing chromomeres. Chromosomes, which consist of two identical chromatids joined at a centromere

Background imageChromatin Collection: Chromatin beads, artwork

Chromatin beads, artwork
Chromatin beads. Computer artwork of strands of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid, purple) coiled around histone cores (red) to form the less condensed form of chromatin

Background imageChromatin Collection: Chromatin fibre, artwork

Chromatin fibre, artwork
Chromatin fibre. Computer artwork of strands of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid, green) coiled around histone cores (multicoloured) to form a chromatin fibre

Background imageChromatin Collection: DNA loop, molecular model

DNA loop, molecular model
DNA loop. Theoretical molecular model of a loop structure for DNA in its chromatin form. DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) is a helical molecule (here the helix itself forms a circular loop)

Background imageChromatin Collection: Mouse chromatin protein, molecular model

Mouse chromatin protein, molecular model
Mouse chromatin protein. Molecular model of the structure of chromatin proteins found in mice. This is similar, but not identical, to the same proteins found in humans

Background imageChromatin Collection: Human chromosome 16, SEM

Human chromosome 16, SEM
Human chromosome 16, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Chromosomes are a packaged form of the genetic material DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid)

Background imageChromatin Collection: Human chromosome 10, SEM

Human chromosome 10, SEM
Human chromosome 10, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Chromosomes are a packaged form of the genetic material DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid)

Background imageChromatin Collection: Chromatin condensation, diagram

Chromatin condensation, diagram. This sequence, from right to left, shows the stages by which a long strand of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid)

Background imageChromatin Collection: Histone structures, diagram

Histone structures, diagram. Histone cores are cylindrical structures around which the genetic molecule DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) is wound with other proteins to form chromatin

Background imageChromatin Collection: Chromatin structure, diagram

Chromatin structure, diagram. The main artwork shows various molecules and a strand of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid, red) looping round a cylindrical histone core (blue)

Background imageChromatin Collection: DNA packaging, artwork

DNA packaging, artwork
DNA packaging. Computer artwork showing how DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) is packaged within cells. Two DNA strands, consisting of a sugar-phosphate backbone attached to nucleotide bases

Background imageChromatin Collection: Animal cell anatomy, artwork

Animal cell anatomy, artwork
Animal cell anatomy. Artwork showing the internal and external anatomy of an animal cell

Background imageChromatin Collection: Cellular packaging of DNA, artwork

Cellular packaging of DNA, artwork
Cellular packaging of DNA. Artwork of a strand of the genetic material DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) unwound from the nucleus (blue) of a cell (orange, upper right)

Background imageChromatin Collection: Chromosomes, artwork

Chromosomes, artwork
Chromosomes, computer artwork. Chromosomes are a packaged form of the genetic material DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid). The DNA condenses into chromosomes during cell replication for ease of division

Background imageChromatin Collection: Small lymphocyte, TEM

Small lymphocyte, TEM
Small lymphocyte. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) showing the large central nucleus (brown) of a small lymphocyte (white blood cell)

Background imageChromatin Collection: White blood cell, TEM

White blood cell, TEM
White blood cell. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of an eosinophil (a type of white blood cell), part of the bodys immune system

Background imageChromatin Collection: Cell organelles, SEM

Cell organelles, SEM
Cell organelles. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a section through a cell from a kidney proximal tubule. The cell nucleus (partially seen at top left)

Background imageChromatin Collection: Cell nucleus, SEM

Cell nucleus, SEM
Cell nucleus. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a section through the nucleus (centre right) of a kidney cell

Background imageChromatin Collection: X and Y chromosomes, artwork

X and Y chromosomes, artwork
X and Y chromosomes. Computer artwork of X (red) and Y (blue) chromosomes. Chromosomes are a packaged form of the genetic material DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid)




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Chromatin, the intricate web of genetic material within our cells, holds the key to understanding life's blueprint. At its core lies the nucleosome molecule, a fundamental building block consisting of DNA wrapped around proteins. In a stunning molecular model, we witness the elegant dance between these two entities. Peering through an electron microscope, we uncover plasma cells with their chromatin in full view. The TEM image reveals the intricate organization and compactness of this vital substance within these specialized immune system warriors. Moving on to human chromosomes captured by SEM, we are mesmerized by their striking beauty. These thread-like structures hold our entire genetic code and play a crucial role in inheritance and development. Shifting gears to plant cells, a conceptual image showcases not only chromatin but also other essential components that make up these green powerhouses, and is here where photosynthesis takes place and life flourishes against all odds. Delving deeper into animal cell territory under microscopic scrutiny once again unveils chromatin's presence. Its delicate strands intertwine amidst various organelles like mitochondria and ribosomes – orchestrating cellular functions critical for survival. Comparing plant and animal cell anatomy side by side brings forth fascinating insights into evolutionary divergence. With labels highlighting distinct features such as chloroplasts or centrioles, it becomes evident how nature has tailored each organism's chromatin architecture to suit its unique needs. In multiple microscopic views of animal cells, we witness firsthand the sheer complexity hidden beneath our skin's surface. Chromatin intricately woven alongside countless other cellular components reminds us that life is indeed an extraordinary tapestry waiting to be unraveled. As scientists continue unraveling chromatin's mysteries, one thing remains certain: this enigmatic entity holds profound significance in shaping who we are as living beings. From nucleosomes to chromosomes across diverse organisms' cells – every glimpse deepens our appreciation for this remarkable phenomenon known as chromatin.