Nerves Collection (#7)

Eye anatomy, artwork C016 / 8742
Eye anatomy, artwork. The eye is seen in cutaway format from the side. Structures shown include the lens (light blue, lower left), its attachment points, the iris

Brain nerve cells, TEM C014 / 0356
Brain nerve cells. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through brain tissue from the cerebral cortex, showing numerous neurons (nerve cells) surrounded by axons and dendrites

Pelvis, artwork
Pelvis. Computer artwork of the pelvis showing the ligaments (white), nerves (yellow) and muscles (pink). Ligaments are bands of connective tissue that connect bones

Voltage-gated potassium channel. Computer model showing the molecular structure of a voltage-gated potassium (Kv) ion channel

Upper back anatomy, artwork
Upper back anatomy, computer artwork. The muscles either side of the neck that attach to the shoulder blades (scapulae) are the levator scapulae muscles

Lower body anatomy, artwork
Lower body anatomy. Computer artwork showing the bones (cream), muscles (pink), nerves (yellow) and ligaments and tendons (white) of the lower body

Pelvis, artwork C014 / 5105
Pelvis. Computer artwork of the pelvis showing the ligaments (white) and nerves (yellow). Ligaments are bands of connective tissue that connect bones

Suboccipital muscles and nerve, artwork C014 / 5099
Suboccipital muscles. Computer artwork of the back of the base of the skull showing nerves (yellow) and the suboccipital muscles (pink)

Suboccipital muscles and nerve, artwork C014 / 5098
Suboccipital muscles. Computer artwork of the back of the base of the skull showing nerves (yellow) and the suboccipital muscles (pink)

Central nervous system, artwork
Central nervous system. Computer artwork showing the brain, cranial nerves and the top portion of the spinal cord. At centre is the pituitary gland (small, spherical), which secretes hormones

Unmyelinated nerve, TEM C016 / 5805
Unmyelinated nerve. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through axon (nerve fibre) bundles of unmyelinated nerves

Unmyelinated nerve, TEM C016 / 5804
Unmyelinated nerve. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through axon (nerve fibre) bundles of unmyelinated nerves

Synapses, artwork C014 / 0002
Synapses. Computer artwork of synapses, the junction between nerve cells (orange). Synapses transmit electrical signals from one nerve cell to the next

Synapses, artwork C014 / 0004
Synapses. Computer artwork of synapses, the junction between nerve cells (blue). Synapses transmit electrical signals from one nerve cell to the next

Synapses, artwork C014 / 0003
Synapses. Computer artwork of synapses, the junction between nerve cells (blue). Synapses transmit electrical signals from one nerve cell to the next

Power of the heart, conceptual image C013 / 9982
Power of the heart, conceptual image. Computer artwork of a human heart (left) superimposed on an image of an engine (right), representing the physical power needed to pump blood around the body

Heart activity, conceptual artwork C013 / 9981
Heart activity, conceptual computer artwork

Brain and eye anatomy, artwork C013 / 4664
Brain and eye anatomy. Computer artwork of the brain from below, with the front of the brain and the eyeballs (white, one at right sectioned) at top

Slipped intervertebral disc, artwork C013 / 4663
Slipped intervertebral disc. Computer artwork of a side view of the vertebral column in a case of a slipped (herniated) disc

Arm anatomy, artwork C013 / 4582
Arm anatomy. Computer artwork of an oblique anterior view looking down a human arm, showing muscles and tendons (brown and white), bones and ligaments (white), arteries and veins (red and blue)

Leg anatomy, artwork C013 / 4497
Leg anatomy. Computer artwork of an oblique posterior view looking up a human leg, showing muscles and tendons (brown and white), bones and ligaments (white), arteries and veins (red and blue)

Leg anatomy, artwork C013 / 4495
Leg anatomy. Computer artwork of an oblique side view looking down a human leg, showing muscles and tendons (brown and white), bones and ligaments (white), arteries and veins (red and blue)

Leg anatomy, artwork C013 / 4496
Leg anatomy. Computer artwork of an oblique anterior view looking up a human leg, showing muscles and tendons (brown and white), bones and ligaments (white), arteries and veins (red and blue)

Leg anatomy, artwork C013 / 4493
Leg anatomy. Computer artwork of an oblique anterior view looking down a human leg, showing muscles and tendons (brown and white), bones and ligaments (white), arteries and veins (red and blue)

Leg anatomy, artwork C013 / 4494
Leg anatomy. Computer artwork of an oblique anterior view looking down a human leg, showing muscles and tendons (brown and white), bones and ligaments (white), arteries and veins (red and blue)

Leg ligaments, artwork
Leg anatomy. Computer artwork of an anterior view of a human leg, showing the muscles and tendons (brown and white), bones and ligaments (white), arteries and veins (red and blue), nerves (yellow)

Head and neck anatomy, artwork
Head and neck anatomy. Computer artwork of a human head and neck with the overlying tissues removed to show the brain (pink) within a sectioned skull that includes the teeth (white) of the jaws

Cardiovascular system, artwork C013 / 4406
Cardiovascular system, computer artwork. The heart (centre) is a hollow muscle that pumps blood around the body. Arteries, which carry oxygenated blood around the body, are red

Cardiovascular system, artwork C013 / 4405
Cardiovascular system, computer artwork. The heart (centre) is a hollow muscle that pumps blood around the body. Arteries, which carry oxygenated blood around the body, are red

Mouse tail, light micrograph
Mouse tail. Light micrograph of a cross-section through a mouses tail. At centre is the tail vein, which contains red blood cells. A smaller vein (purple squiggle) is seen at top centre left

Toadfish

Shark (class Chondrichthyes). Coloured X-ray of a transverse section through a shark. Its nervous system (yellow) is made up of a brain (upper centre) and spinal column (yellow line)

Collagen bundles, SEM
Collagen bundles. Scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of collagen bundles from the delicate connective tissue endoneurium. Endoneurium wraps around and between individual nerve fibres (axons)

Cranial nerves, historical anatomical artwork. This neck and upper torso have been dissected to show the paths of the twelve cranial nerves (white)

Bone anatomy. Computer artwork showing the anatomy of a normal bone shaft. An outer layer of compact bone is made up of cylindrical units (osteons, black stripes)

Spinal anatomy, 14th century artwork. The spinal cord is shown running down the back, with eighteen spinal nerves braching off through holes in the vertebrae (spinal bones)

Artwork of vomiting reflex & causes of nausea
Vomiting. Illustrations of the mechanism (at centre) & causes (at left and right) of vomiting in the human body. An impulse from the brain stimulates the vomiting centre (green)

Illustration of human nervous reflex arc
Illustration depicting the human nervous reflex arc, showing the components involved in the muscular response of the arm to the stimulation caused by the heat of a candle flame against the hand

Colour artwork of nerve & blood supply of head
Human Head. Computer-enhanced historical artwork of the right side of the human head, with its nerves and blood vessels. The face is at right with the red muscles of the mouth

Artwork showing the nerve pathways to the brain

Illustration of the human reflex arc
Reflex arc. Illustration of a human reflex arc. Sensory nerve endings (lower right) detect a stimulus, such as pain. The nervous signal passes along the sensory nerve cell fibre to the spinal cord

Neural stem cells. Light micrograph of self- renewing neural stem cells taken from the brain of a mouse embryo. These stem cells can differentiate into neurons (nerve cells)

Colour artwork of abdominal & thoracic nerves
Abdominal & thoracic nerves. Computer-enhanced artwork of organs in the human abdomen and thorax with their supply of nerves and blood vessels

Artwork showing the vomiting reflex
Vomiting. Illustration of the human vomiting mechanism. An impulse from the brain (within triangle) stimulates the vomiting centre (red) in the brainstem

Brain nausea reflex. Artwork of the location in the brain of the area responsible for the various nausea reflexes, and some of the causes

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"Nerves: Unraveling the Intricacies of our Body's Communication System" Our bodies are a complex network of interconnected systems, and at the heart of it all lies our nervous system. From chakras to brain fibers, this captivating web controls every sensation we experience. Delving deeper into the mysteries, DTI MRI scans like C017/7099 and C017/7035 reveal intricate brain pathways that transmit signals throughout our body. These scans provide us with a glimpse into the fascinating world within. A diagram showcasing the human brain and spinal column reminds us of the delicate balance maintained by these vital structures, and is through these pathways that information flows seamlessly, allowing us to perceive and react to our surroundings. Even in lighthearted moments, such as a dentist cartoon by H. M. Bateman depicting cause and effect, we can see how nerves play their part in triggering reactions – both physical and emotional. The inner ear is another marvel worth exploring; its auditory canal, eardrum, semicircular canals, cochlea nerve, and eustachian tube work together harmoniously to process sound waves. Throughout history, scientists have tirelessly studied the nervous system's intricacies - an 18th-century depiction serves as a testament to humanity's enduring curiosity about this remarkable mechanism. Yet amidst all its wonders lie certain afflictions - migraines remind us that even they are sometimes falter under strain. Understanding facial nerves becomes crucial when dealing with conditions affecting expressions or sensations on our face. So next time you find yourself asking "Are you nervous?", take a moment to appreciate just how incredible your own nerve system truly is – for it enables you to feel emotions deeply while simultaneously coordinating countless bodily functions without conscious effort. Intricate yet resilient; sensitive yet powerful – our they can an awe-inspiring reminder of nature's brilliance woven within each one of us.