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Pathogen Collection (#2)

"Unseen Threats: Exploring the World of Pathogens" Budding yeast cell: A microscopic powerhouse, capable of causing infections in humans and animals alike

Background imagePathogen Collection: Bacteria infecting a macrophage, SEM

Bacteria infecting a macrophage, SEM
Bacteria infecting a macrophage. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacteria (purple) infecting a macrophage white blood cell

Background imagePathogen Collection: An engraving depicting Hoof fungus (Fomes fomentarius), the source of German tinder or touchwood

An engraving depicting Hoof fungus (Fomes fomentarius), the source of German tinder or touchwood
5311405 An engraving depicting Hoof fungus (Fomes fomentarius), the source of German tinder or touchwood. Specimens were left to grow to a large size so that the tinder was harvested

Background imagePathogen Collection: The Microbe (colour litho)

The Microbe (colour litho)
8633854 The Microbe (colour litho) by Thompson, George Henry (1853-1933); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Microbe. Illustration for The Poet and Other Animals by Harold Richardon (Ernest Nister)

Background imagePathogen Collection: Radiolaria, types of protozoa (colour litho)

Radiolaria, types of protozoa (colour litho)
8663507 Radiolaria, types of protozoa (colour litho) by Haeckel, Ernst (1824-1919) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Radiolaria, types of protozoa)

Background imagePathogen Collection: Colony of Haemophilus influenzae, 1906 (litho)

Colony of Haemophilus influenzae, 1906 (litho)
3501914 Colony of Haemophilus influenzae, 1906 (litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bacteria constitute a large domain of prokaryotic microorganisms)

Background imagePathogen Collection: Colony of Mycobacterium leprae, 1906 (litho)

Colony of Mycobacterium leprae, 1906 (litho)
3501912 Colony of Mycobacterium leprae, 1906 (litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bacteria constitute a large domain of prokaryotic microorganisms)

Background imagePathogen Collection: Colony of Micrococcus Gonorrhoea, 1906 (litho)

Colony of Micrococcus Gonorrhoea, 1906 (litho)
3501903 Colony of Micrococcus Gonorrhoea, 1906 (litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bacteria constitute a large domain of prokaryotic microorganisms)

Background imagePathogen Collection: Colony of Streptococcus pneumoniae with and without bubble capsule, 1906 (litho)

Colony of Streptococcus pneumoniae with and without bubble capsule, 1906 (litho)
3501899 Colony of Streptococcus pneumoniae with and without bubble capsule, 1906 (litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imagePathogen Collection: Colony of Streptococcus Pneumoniae, 1906 (litho)

Colony of Streptococcus Pneumoniae, 1906 (litho)
3501898 Colony of Streptococcus Pneumoniae, 1906 (litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bacteria constitute a large domain of prokaryotic microorganisms)

Background imagePathogen Collection: Spirillum of the Lyme disease causing bacteria, Spirochaetes Borrelia Recurrentis

Spirillum of the Lyme disease causing bacteria, Spirochaetes Borrelia Recurrentis, in blood sample, 1906 (litho)
3501919 Spirillum of the Lyme disease causing bacteria, Spirochaetes Borrelia Recurrentis, in blood sample, 1906 (litho) by German School

Background imagePathogen Collection: Colony of Vibrio cholerae, 1906 (litho)

Colony of Vibrio cholerae, 1906 (litho)
3501918 Colony of Vibrio cholerae, 1906 (litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bacteria constitute a large domain of prokaryotic microorganisms)

Background imagePathogen Collection: Colony of Clostridium tetani with spores, 1906 (litho)

Colony of Clostridium tetani with spores, 1906 (litho)
3501913 Colony of Clostridium tetani with spores, 1906 (litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bacteria constitute a large domain of prokaryotic microorganisms)

Background imagePathogen Collection: Colony of Mycobacterium tuberculosis, 1906 (litho)

Colony of Mycobacterium tuberculosis, 1906 (litho)
3501910 Colony of Mycobacterium tuberculosis, 1906 (litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bacteria constitute a large domain of prokaryotic microorganisms)

Background imagePathogen Collection: A colony of Staphylococcus pyogenes after cell division, 1906 (litho)

A colony of Staphylococcus pyogenes after cell division, 1906 (litho)
3501897 A colony of Staphylococcus pyogenes after cell division, 1906 (litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imagePathogen Collection: Colony of Streptococcus pyogenes, 1906 (litho)

Colony of Streptococcus pyogenes, 1906 (litho)
3501894 Colony of Streptococcus pyogenes, 1906 (litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bacteria constitute a large domain of prokaryotic microorganisms)

Background imagePathogen Collection: Colony of Yersinia pestis, 1906 (litho)

Colony of Yersinia pestis, 1906 (litho)
3501917 Colony of Yersinia pestis, 1906 (litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bacteria constitute a large domain of prokaryotic microorganisms)

Background imagePathogen Collection: Colony of Salmonella Typhi showing Bacilli with flagella, 1906 (litho)

Colony of Salmonella Typhi showing Bacilli with flagella, 1906 (litho)
3501916 Colony of Salmonella Typhi showing Bacilli with flagella, 1906 (litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imagePathogen Collection: Colony of Salmonella typhi, 1906 (litho)

Colony of Salmonella typhi, 1906 (litho)
3501915 Colony of Salmonella typhi, 1906 (litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bacteria constitute a large domain of prokaryotic microorganisms)

Background imagePathogen Collection: Colony of Bacillus Anthracis in a human spleen, 1906 (litho)

Colony of Bacillus Anthracis in a human spleen, 1906 (litho)
3501905 Colony of Bacillus Anthracis in a human spleen, 1906 (litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imagePathogen Collection: Spores of Bacillus Anthracis, 1906 (litho)

Spores of Bacillus Anthracis, 1906 (litho)
3501904 Spores of Bacillus Anthracis, 1906 (litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bacteria constitute a large domain of prokaryotic microorganisms)

Background imagePathogen Collection: Colony of Micrococcus Gonorrhoea found in the Urethra, 1906 (litho)

Colony of Micrococcus Gonorrhoea found in the Urethra, 1906 (litho)
3501900 Colony of Micrococcus Gonorrhoea found in the Urethra, 1906 (litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imagePathogen Collection: Colony of Corynebacterium Diphtheriae, 1906 (litho)

Colony of Corynebacterium Diphtheriae, 1906 (litho)
3501907 Colony of Corynebacterium Diphtheriae, 1906 (litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bacteria constitute a large domain of prokaryotic microorganisms)

Background imagePathogen Collection: Colony of Bacterium mallei, 1906 (litho)

Colony of Bacterium mallei, 1906 (litho)
3501906 Colony of Bacterium mallei, 1906 (litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bacteria constitute a large domain of prokaryotic microorganisms)

Background imagePathogen Collection: Staphylococcus colony, 1905 (litho)

Staphylococcus colony, 1905 (litho)
3501895 Staphylococcus colony, 1905 (litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bacteria constitute a large domain of prokaryotic microorganisms)

Background imagePathogen Collection: Colony of Mycobacterium Tuberculosis, 1906 (litho)

Colony of Mycobacterium Tuberculosis, 1906 (litho)
3501911 Colony of Mycobacterium Tuberculosis, 1906 (litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bacteria constitute a large domain of prokaryotic microorganisms)

Background imagePathogen Collection: Rhinovirus and antibody, molecular model C015 / 7139

Rhinovirus and antibody, molecular model C015 / 7139
Rhinovirus. Molecular model of the antigen-binding fragment (Fab) from a strongly neutralising antibody bound to a human rhinovirus 14 (HRV-14) particle

Background imagePathogen Collection: Phagocytosis of fungus spores, SEM

Phagocytosis of fungus spores, SEM
Phagocytosis of fungus spores. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of spores from the fungus Aspergillus fumigatus (red) being phagocytosed (engulfed and destroyed) by a dendritic cell (brown)

Background imagePathogen Collection: Giardia lamblia protozoa, micrograph

Giardia lamblia protozoa, micrograph
Giardia lamblia protozoa, light micrograph. These single-celled parasitic protozoa infect the intestinal tract and are most common in tropical regions

Background imagePathogen Collection: Antibiotic action, historical image

Antibiotic action, historical image
Antibiotic action. Historical image taken by the German pathologist Karl Dohle (1855-1928) in 1889, showing the action of an antibiotic compound on Bacillus anthracis (anthrax)

Background imagePathogen Collection: Illustrated portrait of Alexandre Emile Jean Yersin, 1863 - 1943

Illustrated portrait of Alexandre Emile Jean Yersin, 1863 - 1943. Swiss-French physician and bacteriologist. He was the co-discoverer of Yersinia pestis, the bacillus which causes bubonic plague

Background imagePathogen Collection: Scanning electron micrograph of HIV particles infecting a human H9 T cell

Scanning electron micrograph of HIV particles infecting a human H9 T cell

Background imagePathogen Collection: Coxiella burnetii, the bacteria that causes Q Fever

Coxiella burnetii, the bacteria that causes Q Fever. A dry fracture of a Vero cell exposing the contents of a vacuole where Coxiella burnetii are busy growing

Background imagePathogen Collection: Stylized rabies virus particles

Stylized rabies virus particles, the cause of the viral neuroinvasive disease acute encephalitis

Background imagePathogen Collection: Microscopic view of Neisseria gonorrhoeae

Microscopic view of Neisseria gonorrhoeae. Neisseria gonorrhoeae typically infects the mucous membranes causing infections such as urethritis, cervicitis, salpingitis, pelvic inflammatory disease

Background imagePathogen Collection: Microscopic view of yellow fever virus

Microscopic view of yellow fever virus. Yellow fever is an acute viral disease

Background imagePathogen Collection: Microscopic view of Giardiasis

Microscopic view of Giardiasis, an infectious disease caused by a unicellular parasite known as Giardia lamblia

Background imagePathogen Collection: Microscopic view of bacterial pneumonia

Microscopic view of bacterial pneumonia. Bacterial pneumonia is a type of pneumonia caused by bacterial infection. Pneumonia can be generally defined as inflammation of the lung parenchyma

Background imagePathogen Collection: Kaposis sarcoma on the skin of an AIDS patient

Kaposis sarcoma on the skin of an AIDS patient

Background imagePathogen Collection: Microscopic view of Streptococcus pneumoniae

Microscopic view of Streptococcus pneumoniae, also known as pneumococcus. Pneumococcus is a Gram-positive coccus shaped pathogenic bacteria which causes many types of pneumococcal infections in

Background imagePathogen Collection: Microscopic view of Stachybotrys chartarum

Microscopic view of Stachybotrys chartarum, a black mold

Background imagePathogen Collection: Conceptual image of rabies virus

Conceptual image of rabies virus

Background imagePathogen Collection: HIV infected macrophage, SEM C018 / 8598

HIV infected macrophage, SEM C018 / 8598
HIV infected macrophage. Coloured ion-abrasion scanning electron micrograph (IA-SEM) of a macrophage white blood cell infected with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV, red)

Background imagePathogen Collection: Foot-and-mouth disease virus F006 / 9556

Foot-and-mouth disease virus F006 / 9556
Foot-and-mouth disease virus. Molecular model of the foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) virus (Aphtae epizooticae) protein coat (capsid)

Background imagePathogen Collection: Adenovirus penton base protein F006 / 9542

Adenovirus penton base protein F006 / 9542
Adenovirus penton base protein, molecular model. This protein molecule is a subunit called a penton, forming the vertices of the capsid of this adenovirus

Background imagePathogen Collection: Rhinovirus 16 capsid, molecular model F006 / 9431

Rhinovirus 16 capsid, molecular model F006 / 9431
Rhinovirus 16 capsid, molecular model. This is human rhinovirus 16. The rhinovirus infects the upper respiratory tract and is the cause of the common cold. It is spread by coughs and sneezes

Background imagePathogen Collection: Helicobacter pylori bacteria, SEM C016 / 9136

Helicobacter pylori bacteria, SEM C016 / 9136
Helicobacter pylori bacteria. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of Helicobacter pylori bacteria (green) in the stomach. H

Background imagePathogen Collection: Hepatitis B virus particles, artwork C016 / 9097

Hepatitis B virus particles, artwork C016 / 9097
Hepatitis B virus (HBV) particles, computer artwork. Each particle consists of an outer lipid envelope (green) that surrounds a protein nucleopcapsid (purple)

Background imagePathogen Collection: Rhinovirus and antibody, molecular model C015 / 7138

Rhinovirus and antibody, molecular model C015 / 7138
Rhinovirus. Molecular model of the antigen-binding fragment (Fab) from a strongly neutralising antibody bound to a human rhinovirus 14 (HRV-14) particle




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"Unseen Threats: Exploring the World of Pathogens" Budding yeast cell: A microscopic powerhouse, capable of causing infections in humans and animals alike. Avian flu virus: A notorious pathogen that poses a significant threat to both birds and humans, with potential for devastating global outbreaks. Neutrophil engulfing MRSA, SEM C018 / 8596: Witness the incredible defense mechanism of our immune system as it battles against antibiotic-resistant bacteria. E. Coli bacteria, SEM: Unveiling the minuscule culprits behind foodborne illnesses and urinary tract infections. Salmonella bacteria, SEM: Discover the intricate structure of this common bacterial pathogen responsible for causing severe gastrointestinal distress. Candida fungus, SEM: Peering into the world of fungal infections as Candida takes center stage in various ailments from thrush to systemic candidiasis. Coral Spot Fungus (Nectria cinnabarina) fruiting bodies on Sycamore twig, Powys, Wales: Marvel at nature's ability to harbor pathogens even within picturesque settings like these vibrant red fruiting bodies growing on trees. HIV particle: Delve into the complex realm of retroviruses with a focus on HIV/AIDS – an ongoing global health crisis demanding attention and research breakthroughs. Anthrax cultures, historical diagram: Tracing back through history to understand one of humanity's oldest known pathogens – anthrax – its deadly impact and potential bioweapon applications throughout time. Norovirus particles, TEM: Get up close with these tiny viral particles responsible for stomach flu outbreaks worldwide; their resilience challenges public health measures constantly. Tuberculosis bacteria - Explore the persistent Mycobacterium tuberculosis that causes tuberculosis disease affecting millions globally despite medical advancements Avian flu virus - Investigate avian influenza viruses' ability to jump species barriers, posing a constant threat to both birds and humans.