Organelles Collection (#3)

Small bowel epithelium, TEM
Small bowel epithelium. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through the epithelial lining of a villus in the small bowel, showing the enterocyte cells

Nucleus and endoplasmic reticulum C015 / 6797
Computer artwork showing part of a human or eukaryotic cell. In the middle the nucleus which has a membrane with nuclear pores. Inside the nucleus is the DNA

Nucleus and endoplasmic reticulum C015 / 6783
Computer artwork showing part of a human or eukaryotic cell. In the middle the nucleus which has a membrane with nuclear pores. Inside the nucleus is the DNA

Nucleus and endoplasmic reticulum C015 / 6782
Computer artwork showing part of a human or eukaryotic cell. In the middle the nucleus which has a membrane with nuclear pores. Inside the nucleus is the DNA

Nucleus and endoplasmic reticulum C015 / 6781
Computer artwork showing part of a human or eukaryotic cell. In the middle the nucleus which has a membrane with nuclear pores. Inside the nucleus is the DNA

Nucleus and endoplasmic reticulum C015 / 6772
Computer artwork showing part of a human or eukaryotic cell. In the middle the nucleus which has a membrane with nuclear pores. Inside the nucleus is the DNA

Nucleus and endoplasmic reticulum C015 / 6768
Computer artwork showing part of a human or eukaryotic cell. In the middle the nucleus which has a membrane with nuclear pores. Inside the nucleus is the DNA

Nucleus and endoplasmic reticulum C015 / 6767
Computer artwork showing part of a human or eukaryotic cell. In the middle the nucleus which has a membrane with nuclear pores. Inside the nucleus is the DNA

Golgi apparatus, artwork C015 / 6764
Computer artwork of the Golgi apparatus of the human cell. This organelle functions as a central delivery system for the cell

Purkinje nerve cell, TEM C014 / 0582
Purkinje nerve cell. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a purkinje nerve cell (bright yellow, centre) from the cerebellum of the brain

Islet of Langerhans, TEM C015 / 6418
Islet of Langerhans. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through cells clustered in an islet of Langerhans in the pancreas

Animal cell, artwork C013 / 9985
Animal cell. Computer artwork showing the cell organelles found inside a typical animal cell. The nucleus (large round) can be seen at centre

Animal cell, artwork C013 / 9984
Animal cell. Computer artwork showing the cell organelles found inside a typical animal cell. The nucleus (large round) can be seen at centre

Human cell, artwork C013 / 6522
Human cell. Illustration of a section through a human cell. At centre is the nucleus (purple), with the nucleolus (dark red) inside it

Sperm cell anatomy, artwork C013 / 4648
Sperm cell anatomy. Cutaway computer artwork showing the internal structure of a sperm cell (spermatozoon), the male sex cell

Nerve cell, TEM C013 / 4797
Nerve cell. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through a neuron (nerve cell), showing characteristic Nissl body (dark blue lines), numerous golgi apparatus (curved green lines)

Nerve cell, TEM C013 / 4796
Nerve cell. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through a neuron (nerve cell), showing characteristic Nissl body (dark red lines), numerous golgi apparatus (curved pink lines)

HeLa cells, light micrograph C013 / 4774
HeLa cells. Multi-photon fluorescence light micrograph of a group of cultured HeLa cells, showing the cell nuclei, which contain the cells genetic information (DNA, red)

HeLa cells, light micrograph C013 / 4773
HeLa cells. Multi-photon fluorescence light micrograph of a group of cultured HeLa cells, showing the cell nuclei, which contain the cells genetic information (DNA, blue), and microtubules (pink)

Pancreatic cells, TEM
Pancreatic cells. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of an acinar (exocrine) pancreatic cell (blue) adjacent to an hormone- secreting (endocrine) Islet of Langerhans cell (green)

Cardiac muscle. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of heart (cardiac) muscle fibrils (yellow). The membrane around the muscle has been torn (yellow)

T-lymphocyte, TEM
T-lymphocyte. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through a T- lymphocyte white blood cell. The cell contains a large nucleus (green/black)

Cells. Computer artwork of non-specific cells. The red dot in the centre of each cell is the nucleus where the DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) of each cell is stored

Animal cell structure, computer artwork
Animal cell. Computer artwork of a section through an animal cell. At the centre is the nucleus, which contains the cells genetic information in the form of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid)

Cellular clock. Conceptual artwork of a clock and the internal structures (organelles) of an animal cell. This could represent the rate of metabolic cell reactions

Evolving protocell, artwork
Evolving protocell. Image 3 of 5. Artwork showing a protocell (artificial cell). This protocell was formed from a synthetic primeval soup containing PNA (peptide nucleic acid, orange)

Cardiac muscle, SEM
Cardiac muscle. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a bundle of cardiac muscle fibrils (green) from a healthy heart. Mitochondria (round, orange) supply the muscle cells with energy

Newly formed protocell, artwork
Newly formed protocell. Image 2 of 5. Artwork showing cellular components inside a basic cell membrane. This protocell (artificial cell)

Plant cells, artwork
Plant cells, computer artwork

Plant cell, artwork
Plant cell, computer artwork

Cell nucleus, TEM
Cell nucleus. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through a cell, showing the nucleus (large, spherical), and mitochondria (green)

Chloroplasts, light micrograph. Chloroplasts are one of the features that distinguish a plant cell from an animal cell. They contain chlorophyll

Yeast cell, artwork
Yeast cell. Computer artwork showing the structure of a yeast cell

Cytokinesis, artwork
Cytokinesis. Artwork showing the stage of cell division that involves the splitting of the cell cytoplasm between two daughter cells

Cytokinesis, diagram
Cytokinesis. Diagram showing the stage of cell division that involves the splitting of the cell cytoplasm between two daughter cells

Nerve cell anatomy, artwork
Nerve cell anatomy. Computer artwork showing the organelles in a neurone (nerve cell). At centre is nucleus (grey) and nucleolus (black)

Kidney cells, light micrograph
Kidney cells. Quantum dot fluorescence micrograph of a section through kidney tissue showing its cells

Mitochondrion, artwork
Mitochondrion. Cutaway artwork showing the internal structure of a mitochondrion. This structure, found in eukaryotic cells, is the site of energy production

Animal cell processes, artwork
Animal cell processes. Cutaway artwork showing the structures inside an animal cell and four different processes that take place inside it or on its membrane (all marked by magnifying glasses)

Animal cell structure, artwork
Animal cell structure. Artwork showing the internal structure of an animal cell. Inside the cell, the cellular structures (organelles) include the Golgi apparatus (green)

Milk-producing cell, artwork
Milk-producing cell. Artwork of the anatomical structure of a lacteal (milk-producing) cell. Normal cell organelles include the nucleus (black, centre), the golgi apparatus (white)

Milk-producing cell, diagram
Milk-producing cell. Diagram of the anatomical structure of a lacteal (milk-producing) cell. Normal cell organelles include the nucleus (black, centre), the golgi apparatus (white)

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

Animal cell, artwork
Animal cell. Computer artwork of an expanded animal cell. At centre left is the nucleus (purple sphere), which contains the cells genetic information in the form of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid)

Heart muscle fibres, SEM
Heart muscle fibres. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of cardiac muscle fibrils (pink) from a healthy heart. The muscle fibrils, or myofibrils

Cartilage cells, TEM
Cartilage cells. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through chondrocytes from nasal hyaline cartilage

Plant cell, SEM
Plant cell. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a section through a plant cell, revealing its internal structure. The cell is encased in a cellulose, hemicellulose and pectin cell wall

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Organelles are the tiny structures within cells that perform specific functions, much like organs in our body. They play a crucial role in maintaining the overall health and functionality of cells. Let's take a closer look at some fascinating organelles through various artistic representations and microscopic images. The rough endoplasmic reticulum (ER) is an extensive network of membranes involved in protein synthesis and transport within cells. In a stunning transmission electron microscopy (TEM) image, we can witness its intricate structure resembling a maze, highlighting its importance in cellular processes. Different cell types exhibit unique characteristics, as beautifully depicted through artwork. One such example is the Trypanosome protozoan, an intriguing single-celled organism with flagella that causes African sleeping sickness. Its distinct shape captured in artwork showcases its remarkable adaptability to survive within hosts. Nerve cells are vital for transmitting electrical signals throughout our bodies. TEM images provide us with breathtaking glimpses into their complex structure - long branching extensions called dendrites and axons covered by myelin sheaths - enabling efficient communication between neurons. Plasma cells are specialized immune cells responsible for producing antibodies to fight infections. A TEM image reveals their characteristic appearance with abundant rough ER indicating high protein synthesis activity, emphasizing their critical role in immunity. Another essential organelle is the Golgi apparatus, which modifies and packages proteins for transportation within or outside the cell. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) provides detailed views of this organelle's stacked membrane discs resembling pancakes - an architectural marvel. Purkinje nerve cells found in the cerebellum coordinate movement control; they possess elaborate dendritic trees allowing them to receive vast amounts of information from other neurons. TEM captures these intricacies perfectly, showcasing their significance for motor coordination. Fibroblast cells contribute to tissue repair by synthesizing extracellular matrix components like collagen fibers. Artwork representing fibroblasts highlights their elongated shape and their role in maintaining tissue integrity.