Response Collection (#5)

Macrophage and tuberculosis vaccine, TEM
Macrophage and tuberculosis vaccine. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of phagocytosed (engulfed) Mycobacterium bovis bacteria (purple) in a macrophage (green) white blood cell

Macrophage engulfing bacteria, SEM
Macrophage engulfing bacteria. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a macrophage white blood cell (brown) engulfing Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacteria (yellow)

Human antibodies, TEM
Human antibodies (yellow), coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM). The Y-shaped structures are molecules of the immunoglobulin G (IgG) antibody

Human blood cells, light micrograph
Human blood cells. Light micrograph of blood cells at a site of inflammation, showing red blood cells (erythrocytes, red) surrounded by many granulocytes (blue)

Autism spelled out using alphabet blocks. Autism is a condition in which a child does not display the normal responses to words, faces and toys

Communication, conceptual artwork
Communication. Conceptual computer artwork representing communication, showing one person conveying a thought (light) to another

White blood cell, SEM
White blood cell. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a lymphocyte cell, a type of white blood cell and part of the immune system. Lymphocytes are divided into either B-cells or T- cells

White blood cells, SEM
White blood cells. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of B lymphocyte white blood cells. Magnification: x5000 when printed at 10 centimetres wide

Macrophages, SEM
Macrophages. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of macrophage white blood cells. Macrophages are cells of the bodys immune system

Macrophage, SEM
Macrophage. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a macrophage white blood cell. Macrophages are cells of the bodys immune system

Monocyte white blood cells, artwork
Monocyte white blood cells. Computer artwork of monocyte white blood cells, showing their lobed nuclei (purple, centre). Monocytes, like all white blood cells

Basophil white blood cells, artwork
Basophil white blood cells. Computer artwork of basophil white blood cells, showing their lobed nuclei (red). Basophils are the smallest and least common of the white blood cells

Eosinophil white blood cells, artwork
Eosinophil white blood cells. Computer artwork of eosinophil white blood cells, showing their lobed nuclei (centre). Eosinophils, like all white blood cells, are part of the immune system

Disability sexuality, conceptual artwork
Conceptual illustration showing sexual attraction between a man and a woman, both with physical disabilities

Liver macrophage cells, SEM
Liver macrophage cells. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of liver macrophages, also known as Kupffer cells. Macrophages are a type of large white blood cell that recognise foreign

Macrophage cell, SEM
Macrophage cell. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a macrophage white blood cell. Macrophages are cells of the bodys immune system

Activated platelets, SEM
Activated platelets. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of activated platelets, or thrombocytes, starting to adhere to exposed sub-endothelium on the inner surface of a vein

Neutrophil engulfing fungus, SEM
Neutrophil engulfing fungus. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a neutrophil white blood cell (orange) engulfing and destroying a Candida albicans (thrush) fungal hypha (green)

Liver macrophage cell, SEM
Liver macrophage cell. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a liver macrophage, also known as a Kupffer cell. Macrophages are a type of large white blood cell that recognise foreign

Macrophage attacking a foreign body, SEM
Macrophage attacking a foreign body. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a macrophage white blood cell (round, left) engulfing a Leishmania mexicana protozoan parasite (long, right)

Vasoconstriction in the cold, artwork
Vasoconstriction. Artwork showing blood vessels in the skin responding to cold. When exposed to cold the blood vessels near the surface of the skin constrict (bottom left)

Platelet activation, artwork
actication of PRP gel

Parasite detection, conceptual artwork
Parasite detection, conceptual computer artwork. These bacteria have been genetically engineered to detect the presence of Schistosoma parasites (pink)

Allergic immune response, artwork
mast cell reponse: Bacteria (blue) bounds to a mast cell (White ball) and histamine (orange) was triggered

White blood cell, TEM
White blood cell. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of an eosinophil (a type of white blood cell), part of the bodys immune system

Climate change, conceptual artwork
Climate change, conceptual computer artwork. The Earth (lower right) is a small blue globe at the start of a yellow brick road in the shape of a partially visible question mark

Neutrophil engulfing TB bacteria, SEM
Neutrophil engulfing TB bacteria. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a neutrophil white blood cell (large, centre) engulfing and destroying a tuberculosis (Mycobacterium tuberculosis)

Neutrophil engulfing thrush fungus, SEM
Neutrophil engulfing thrush fungus. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a neutrophil white blood cell engulfing and destroying a hypha (round)

Interleukin-12 protein molecule. Molecular model of a molecule of the cytokine protein interleukin-12 (IL-12). The secondary structure of the molecule is seen here

Interleukin-6, molecular model
Interleukin-6. Molecular model of the secondary structure of the cytokine protein interleukin-6. This protein is produced in the body and has a wide variety of functions in the immune system

Traffic Accident Investigation officers at work
Met Police Traffic Accident Investigation officers measuring distances on the road to determine speed and braking distance

Fire Brigade - Abadan Oilfield, Iran
A group of Iranian firefighters practising the swift deployment of the hose from their engine at the Abadan oilfield, Iran

German Workers Re-erecting a Free Passage Sign, Berlin, 19
Photograph showing German workers re-erecting a Russian and German sign declaring Free Passage on the border between West Berlin and the Soviet Sector at the end of the Berlin Blockade, May 1949

Interior of a Transport Airplane filled with coal, 1948
Photograph showing the interior of a Dakota airplane loaded with kitbags full of coal, destined for Berlin during the airlift of 1948

Unloading an airplane, Gatow Airport, Berlin, 1948
Photograph showing a generator set being unloaded from a York aircraft at Gatow Airport, during the Berlin Airlift, 1948. Between April 1948 and May 1949 Stalin, leader of the USSR

Royal Air Force York at Gatow Airport, Berlin, 1949
Photograph showing a Royal Air Force York transport airplane, after landing at Gatow Airport, carrying the millionth ton of supplies during the Berlin Airlift of 1949

Exchanging Clothes at a Second-hand Depot, Berlin, 1948
Photograph showing several citizens of West Berlin bringing their old woollen garments to a second-hand clothing depot, Berlin, August 1948

West Berlin Train Crew Prepare to Travel, Berlin, 1949
Photograph showing the crew of a West Berlin locomotive hoisting the banner Greetings to Western Germany onto the front of their train at the end of the Berlin Blockade, May 1949

The First Bus out of West Berlin after the Blockade, 1949
Photograph showing the first civilian bus to leave West Berlin after the end of the Soviet blockade, May 1949. The bus shown was heading for Hanover and proudly bore the banner Hurra

Citizens of West Berlin outside the Schoeneberg Town Hall, 1
Photograph showing up to 500, 000 West Berliners gathered outside the Schoeneberg Town Hall to celebrate the end of the Berlin Blockade, 12th May 1949

The Statistics Board at Frankfurt Airport during the Berlin
Photograph showing American aircrew studying the achievement board at Frankfurt-on-Main showing the daily and overall tonnage of supplies flown from Frankfurt to Berlin, during the airlift of 1948

Gatow Airport, Berlin, 1948
Photograph showing a York transport airplane at Gatow Airport, during the Berlin Airlift, 1948. In the background of the image, extension work on the runway can be seen being undertaken

The East-West Frontier in Berlin, 1949
Photograph showing a West Berlin policeman (on left) talking to a Soviet Sector policeman over an East-West frontier barrier, in Berlin, 1949

Map at the Berlin Air Safety Centre, during the Berlin Airli
Photograph showing a large wall map of Berlin and its air corridors, in the Berlin Air Safety Centre, during the airlift of 1948

German Boys on a disused Railway, Berlin, 1948
Photograph showing two German boys playing on a railway track leading into the American Sector of West Berlin, November 1948

Recruiting for the War in 1914
Photograph showing the recruiting offices at Whitehall besieged by crowds of young men hoping to serve King and country, shortly after the outbreak of World War I in 1914

Demonstration of the Dracone, Southampton, 1958
Photograph of the Dracone, a flexible towed trailer for the transport of fluids lighter than water, Southampton, 19th September 1958

Austrian Volunteers
Patriotic Viennese are encouraged to volunteer for the war in Italy. The response is less than enthusiastic, but there are a few tearful farewells

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"Unyielding and Swift: The Response of LCC-LFB Tooley Street Fire Station and its Courageous Crews" In the heart of London, a beacon of bravery stands tall - the LCC-LFB Tooley Street fire station. With their unwavering dedication to serving the community, these fearless firefighters embody the true essence of response. Just as taste buds react to various flavors on a human tongue, these heroes swiftly respond to any emergency that arises. Like the light green area sensitive to bitter taste, they face adversity head-on with determination and resilience. Similar to the yellow areas sensitive to sour taste, their quick actions neutralize potentially disastrous situations before they escalate further. Much like how blue areas on a tongue detect saltiness, these valiant individuals sprinkle hope amidst chaos by extinguishing flames that threaten lives and property. And just as purple areas sense sweetness in every bite, their presence brings relief and comfort during times of distress. Looking back at history, we find another remarkable example in action - the horse-drawn steam pump utilized by London Fire Brigade in the 19th century. This ingenious invention allowed for faster reaction times and showcased humanity's constant pursuit for better ways to respond effectively. During World War I, a powerful message was conveyed through an iconic "Save Food" poster. It served as a reminder that even our choices regarding food consumption can have profound consequences on society's ability to respond adequately during challenging times. The year 1888 witnessed an extraordinary display of women's empowerment when matchgirls led by Besant stood up against unfair working conditions. Their collective response ignited change not only within their industry but also inspired others around them. As Parliament opened its doors in grandeur depicted in lithographs from yesteryears, it symbolized democracy's continuous response towards progress and governance for all citizens. On microscopic levels within our bodies too, cells exhibit incredible responses. Plasma cells captured under TEM reveal their role in producing antibodies, a vital defense mechanism against infections.