Malignant Collection

T lymphocytes and cancer cell, SEM C001 / 1679
T lymphocytes and cancer cell. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of T lymphocyte cells (green) attached to a cancer cell

HeLa cells, light micrograph C017 / 8299
HeLa cells, multiphoton fluorescence micrograph (MFM). The cell nuclei, which contain the cells genetic information, are purple. Microtubules are blue and actin microfilaments are red

HeLa cells, light micrograph C017 / 8298
HeLa cells, multiphoton fluorescence micrograph (MFM). The cell nuclei, which contain the cells genetic information, are blue. Golgi bodies, which modify and package proteins, are orange

Acute promyelocytic leukaemia, micrograph
Acute promyelocytic leukaemia. Light micrograph of blood cells from bone marrow in a case of acute promyelocytic leukaemia. Leukaemia is a cancer where certain blood cells form in excess

Ovarian cancer, light micrograph C015 / 7103
Ovary cancer. Light micrograph of a section through a Krukenberg tumour (down centre) of the ovary. This is a secondary cancer that spreads (metastasises) from the digestive system

Coloured SEM of lymphocytes attacking cancer cell
Cancer cell death. Coloured Scanning Electron Micrograph (SEM) showing killer T-lymphocytes (orange) inducing a cancer cell (mauve) to undergo Programmed Cell Death (PCD)

Coloured SEM of a leukaemic white blood cell M132 / 0488
Leukaemia cell. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a cancerous white blood cell in acute myeloid leukaemia. Leukaemia is a cancer of the blood which results in the over-production of

Johnnys Defeat at the Dock (colour litho)
3623251 Johnnys Defeat at the Dock (colour litho) by Wyeth, Newell Convers (1882-1945) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Johnnys Defeat at the Dock)

Medical illustration depicting the different stages of colon cancer

Brain tumour, fMRI and tractography C017 / 7102
Brain tumour, fMRI and tractography. Combined functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI, blue and green) and tractography (yellow and red) imaging of a brain with a tumour (upper left)

Secondary liver cancer, ultrasound scan C017 / 7764
Secondary liver cancer. Ultrasound scan of a 63 year old male patients liver showing a metastatic (secondary) tumour. The cancer has metastasised (spread) from a primary cancer

Exorcism. Cleric doing a spell against the evil spirit. Engraving by Recorded by C. Penoso (1878). Coloured

Microscopic view of a leukemia cell

Breast Cancer. Oil Painting C017 / 1273
Breast Cancer. Painting of a woman after breast removal surgery (mastectomy) Oil on Canvas by Nurit Shany

Brain tumour, DTI modelling C017 / 7060
Brain tumour. Computer artwork of nerve pathways (coloured) in a brain with a tumour (white/red, upper right). The brain is seen from the front. Brain tumours can be benign or malignant (cancerous)

Brain cancer, DTI and 3D CT scans C016 / 6414
Brain cancer. Coloured composite image of diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) scans of the brains, and 3D computed tomography (CT) scans of the skulls, of two 35 year old patients

Cardiac lymphoma, MRI scans
Brain tumour. Coloured magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans of axial sections through the chest of a 22-year-old patient, showing a tumorous lesion invading the right ventricle of the heart (large)

Throat cancer, X-rays
Throat cancer. Coloured X-rays showing the transit of a contrast medium (dense white) through the throat of a 54-year-old patient with an adenocarcinoma (cancer) of the lower oesophagus (gullet)

Chronic lymphocytic leukaemia, micrograph
Chronic lymphocytic leukaemia. Light micrograph of blood cells sampled from a lymphatic ganglion in a case of chronic lymphocytic leukaemia, also called chronic lymphoid leukaemia (CLL)

Colon cancer, endoscopic view C016 / 8308
Colon cancer. Endoscopic view of a malignant (cancerous) adenocarcinoma (upper right) in a patients ascending colon (large intestine)

Secondary lung cancers, X-ray
Secondary lung cancers. X-ray of the chest of a 60 year old male showing malignant (cancerous) tumours (white) in the lungs

Skin cancer cell, SEM C016 / 4764
Skin cancer cell. Coloured ion-abrasion scanning electron micrograph (IA-SEM) of a melanoma cell. The large dark sphere is the cell nucleus, which contains the cells genetic information

Exorcism. Cleric doing a spell against the evil spirit. Engraving by Recorded by C. Penoso (1878). Colored

Digital illustration of angiogenesis process showing dormant tumour invading tissue, growing to mali

Illustration of an atypical growth on the skin that could be a sign of skin cancer
Illustration of an atypical growth on the skin that could be a warning sign of skin cancer. Sudden change in the appearance, shape, color, size

Conceptual image of the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV). HPV is a virus from the papillomavirus family that affects human skin and the moist membranes that line the body

Cancer cell with red blood cell flow

Artist depiction of mesothelioma in the lungs / abdominal cavity
Artist depiction of mesothelioma in the lungs/abdominal cavity

Large eroded plaque on the leg with areas of crust
Metastatic Melanoma. Large eroded plaque on the leg with areas of crust. Scattered eroded dermal nodules are also present

Melanoma on a patients skin

3D structure of melanoma cell
3D structure of a melanoma cell derived by ion abrasion scanning electron microscopy

Scanning electron micrograph of just-divided HeLa cells. Zeiss Merlin HR-SEM

Multiphoton fluorescence image of HeLa cells with cytoskeletal microtubules (magenta) and DNA (cyan)

Conceptual image of a tumor in human brain

Conceptual image of cancer virus

Microscopic view of a group of macrophages. Macrophages contribute to tumor growth and progression. Attracted to oxygen-starved (hypoxic) and necrotic tumor cells they promote chronic inflammation

Microscopic view of a group of leukemia cells

Ewings sarcoma locations on the skeleton and detail of tumor on head of femur

Microscopic view of cancer virus

Isolated cancer cell Macrophage. Macrophages contribute to tumor growth and progression. Attracted to oxygen-starved (hypoxic) and necrotic tumor cells they promote chronic inflammation

Microscopic view of cancer cells. Cancer occurs when a cells gene mutations make the cell unable to correct DNA damage

Conceptual image illustrating the process of bone metastasis

Microscopic view of tumor

Microscopic view of pancreatic cancer cell

Microscipic view of pancreatic cancer cells

Scanning electron micrograph of an apoptotic HeLa cell. Zeiss Merlin HR-SEM

The Kingdoms Monster Uncloaked from Heaven, c. 1640-43 (woodcut) (b / w photo)
XJF106630 The Kingdoms Monster Uncloaked from Heaven, c.1640-43 (woodcut) (b/w photo) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Secondary bone cancer, X-ray C017 / 7162
Secondary bone cancer. X-ray of the spine of a 40 year old female with metastatic (secondary) bone cancer (bright white areas). The cancer has metastasised (spread) from a primary cancer

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"Malignant: Unleashing the Battle Within" In a microscopic world, T lymphocytes stand as valiant warriors against cancer cells, their relentless pursuit captured in SEM C001 / 1679. Meanwhile, HeLa cells reveal their sinister nature under the watchful eye of a light micrograph in C017 / 8299 and C017 / 8298. A mesmerizing scene unfolds as coloured SEM showcases lymphocytes fearlessly attacking cancer cells, painting a vivid picture of hope amidst adversity. Acute promyelocytic leukemia reveals its haunting presence through an ominous micrograph while ovarian cancer exposes its treacherous grip in light micrograph C015 / 7103. Witnessing the battle at a cellular level is awe-inspiring; a coloured SEM image captures the moment when leukaemic white blood cells are confronted head-on by nanorobots determined to eradicate this malignant threat (M132 / 0488). The fight against cancer takes on otherworldly dimensions reminiscent of Amazing Stories sci-fi magazine covers featuring giant plants and fantastical creatures. Yet not all battles are fought within our bodies; sometimes they transcend into realms beyond. Like an exorcism performed by a cleric casting spells against evil spirits, we confront malignancy with unwavering determination. Just as history has witnessed struggles such as "The Condition of Ireland under the 'No Rent' Policy, " or "Johnnys Defeat at the Dock, " we too face adversity head-on. Amidst these hints lie tales of resilience and courage that remind us to never surrender to darkness. Malignant forces may try to overpower us, but united we stand ready to conquer them - be it through scientific advancements or sheer willpower. Together, let us rewrite the narrative and triumph over malignancy's grasp for brighter tomorrows await those who dare to fight back.