Researching Collection (#9)

Histology microscope slides. Histologist removing a glass slide from a tray of stored slides. These slides contain thin slices of stained tissue that are analysed using a light microscope

Cockroach locomotion research. Researcher observes a Madagascan giant hissing cockroach (Gromphadorhina portentosa) on miniature obstacle course

Cell culture research, electronics
Cell culture research. Pipette being used to add cultured cells (pink liquid) to a microchip that is connected to an electrical circuit with crocodile clips

Gecko locomotion study. Researcher with a gecko (family Gekkonidae) climbing a non-stick vertical track (blue). A high speed camera is used to monitor the animals locomotion

Plant biotechnology, conceptual image. Sunflower seedling (Helianthus sp.) in a test tube

Hydroponic cultivation of sage plants
MODEL RELEASED. Hydroponic sage cultivation. Medical researcher checking the electrical conductivity, temperature and nutrient levels of the water supplies for sage plants being grown hydroponically

Research on green turtle eggs (Chelonia mydas). Ranger collecting data on unhatched eggs from a green turtle nesting site on Sangalaki Island, in Kalimantan, Indonesia

Cell culture research, fume cupboard
MODEL RELEASED. Cell culture research. Researcher using a pipette to handle a cell culture (pink). The pink liquid is a nutrient medium in which cells can be grown

Discoveries in the genome. Conceptual artwork of a ship about to journey through a double helix. This could represent new discoveries awaiting researchers working on the human genome project

Biotechnology research, conceptual image. Silhouette of a scientist looking through a microscope. The scientist is superimposed upon images of machinery and to his right are images of cells

Computers in genetic research. Conceptual computer artwork showing a computer monitor containing DNA double helices against a backdrop of cells (pink)

Insulin production. Scientists working in a facility for the production of recombinant human insulin. Insulin is used to treat insulin- dependent diabetes mellitus

Microbe fermentation unit for the production of hormones and enzymes for medical and industrial use. This is a method of solid state fermentation called tray or koji fermentation

Science research, conceptual image. Periodic table seen behind the eyepieces of a bifocal light microscope

Vaccine production
DNA vaccine production. Technician checking the quality of a sample of recombinant hepatitis B vaccine. Traditional hepatitis vaccine contains the full virus

Researcher holding an autoradiogram
MODEL RELEASED. Researcher holding an autoradiogram

Researcher pipetting liquid
MODEL RELEASED. Researcher pipetting liquid

Researcher holding a medium tray
MODEL RELEASED. Researcher holding a medium tray

Meteorologist, historical artwork
Meteorologist. Historical artwork of a meteorologist working at his desk. Various meteorological devices are seen around the room

Antarctic research
MODEL RELEASED. Antarctic research. British Antarctic Survey scientist measuring local gravity prior to undertaking an aerial geophysical survey

Fossilised frontal bone, Gran Dolina
Fossilised frontal bone from a childs skull. Fragments of a 12-year-old childs cranial bone being pieced together by a palaeontologist

Genetically modified grass. Conceptual image of grass in a petri dish. This could be used to represent the cloning or genetic modification of plants for improved pest or herbicide resistance

Genetics research, conceptual image
MODEL RELEASED. Genetics research, conceptual computer artwork. Human eye surrounded by molecules of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid)

Magnetograph, 19th century
Magnetograph. This apparatus was erected by the French physicist Eleuthere Mascart (1837-1908) in Mountsouris, Paris, France

Mummy examination, 19th century
Mummy examination. Egyptologists studying a mummified body from Deir el-Bahri, Egypt. The mortuary temples of Deir el-Bahri are on the west bank of the Nile, across from the city of Luxor

Koch and tuberculosis, 19th century
Koch and tuberculosis research. The German bacteriologist Robert Koch (1843-1910) is considered one of the founders of modern medical bacteriology

Artificial rain experiment, 19th century

Static electricity, 18th century

Columbus module of the ISS, artwork

Mineral properties, 18th century

Nuclear research, conceptual artwork
Nuclear research. Conceptual artwork of a scientist observing an atomic explosion in a petri dish. This image can represent research into nuclear weapons

Lava flow research, Hawaii
Lava flow research. Vulcanologists studying a lava flow on Kilauea volcano, in the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Hawaii, USA

Kilauea volcano research, Hawaii
MODEL RELEASED. Kilauea volcano research, in the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Hawaii, USA. Vulcanologist using equipment to monitor the eruptions of Kilauea volcano

Lavoisier respiration experiment, 1770s
Lavoisier respiration experiment, 18th century. French chemist Antoine Lavoisier (1743-1794) in his laboratory with his wife and his assistants

Genetics research, conceptual artwork

Glacier terminus, South Georgia
Glacier terminus at its outflow into the sea, with a research boat (centre) dwarfed by the size of the ice cliffs. This is the Nordenskjold glacier

Black hole research. Spacecraft (top) monitoring a comet that has been drawn into a black hole (bottom). The white area around the black hole is its accretion disc

Hawking radiation research. Future space probe approaching a black hole to capture Hawking radiation (blue glow). A black hole is formed when the core of a star collapses under its own weight

Fluorescence assay machine. Close-up of part of a machine that uses fluorescent light to analyse organic samples

Cytology laboratory. Close-up of a technician operating a fluorescence-activated cell sorting (FACS) machine. FACS is a specialised type of flow cytometry

Virus research, conceptual image

Magnetism experiment, historical artwork
Magnetism experiment. Historical artwork of iron filings being carefully scattered on a piece of paper above a horseshoe magnet

Gyrocompass, historical artwork
Gyrocompass. Historical artwork of a scientist operating an early electrical gyroscope to find the direction of true north. Electricity is being used to drive a rotating wheel

Radio experiment, historical artwork
Radio experiment. Historical artwork of a man using a primitive antenna (electromagnets, lower left) to receive radio transmissions

Genetic research, conceptual image

Swine flu research, conceptual image. Computer artwork of a swine flu virus particle (blue) being cultured in a Petri dish

Uncertainty, conceptual image

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"Unveiling the Secrets: A Journey Through Time and Space in Research" Embarking on a scientific odyssey, researchers have been unearthing groundbreaking discoveries for centuries. From the invention of the mass spectrometer in 1954 to Simpson's pioneering work on anaesthetics in the 1840s, these milestones have propelled us forward. Witnessing the space shuttle landing, we marvel at humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge beyond our earthly boundaries. Meanwhile, a black-capped chickadee poses against a pristine white background, capturing its essence with artistic precision. Intriguingly adorable, a harvest mouse meticulously cleans its nose on common hogweed—a charming moment frozen in time. The anti-proton experiment conducted at Berkeley in 1955 showcases our quest to unravel the mysteries of particle physics. Delving into our roots, we explore intricate family trees that connect generations past and present. A whimsical microbiology caricature from the 19th century reminds us of how far we've come in understanding microscopic life forms. Glimpses into history reveal an early telephone depicted through historical artwork—an innovation that revolutionized communication forever. Soviet Arctic explorer Papanin braves treacherous terrains while Nikolai Vavilov tirelessly studies botany—both emblematic figures who pushed boundaries for scientific exploration. Amidst it all lies elemental analysis—the cornerstone of countless breakthroughs across various disciplines—unlocking nature's secrets one element at a time. Research is not merely about facts; it represents humanity's insatiable curiosity and unwavering determination to push boundaries further than ever before, and is this spirit that propels us towards new frontiers and fuels our endless pursuit of knowledge.