Stages Collection (#12)

Leaf mould heap. Leaf mould is a type of compost formed predominately from decomposed leaves. The material beneath the top layer of grass cuttings and leaves has begun to decompose (bottom)

Compost heap. Vegetables and kitchen waste in a compost container. Waste such as this decomposes over time to be recycled as compost

Family before career. Conceptual image of filing cabinet labels, representing the decision to spend more time raising a family, rather than developing a career

Career before family. Conceptual image of filing cabinet labels, representing the decision to spend more time developing a career, rather than raising a family

Polymer poem written with an AFM
Tiny poem. Coloured atomic force micrograph (AFM) of a poem written in polymethylmethacrylate polymer by dynamic plowing lithography (DPL)

Aortic aneurysm, artwork
Aortic aneurysm. The aorta is the bodys major artery. An aneurysm is a weakening of the walls of a blood vessel, leading to swelling and rupture. In the aorta, such rupturing would be swiftly fatal

Mitosis, artwork

Viral RNA replication cycle, artwork
Viral RNA replication cycle. Computer artwork showing the three stages of the replication cycle that forms double-stranded DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid)

Carboniferous amphibian, artwork
Carboniferous amphibian. Artwork of an Eryops amphibian (orange, lower centre) crawling among the swamp trees and vegetation that dominated the Earth during the Carboniferous Period

Two-row barley (Hordeum distichum). Watercolour artwork illustrating stages of growth of two-row barley. The stem at left is topped by spikelets of flowers, arranged on a raceme

Soybean (Glycine max). Watercolour artwork illustrating a soybean plant including a flower and fruits. The ripening (green) and ripened (brown) pods of this plant contain soya beans

Proso millet (Panicum miliaceum), artwork
Proso millet (Panicum miliaceum). Watercolour artwork illustrating stages of growth of proso millet. The stem at left is topped by spikelets of flowers, arranged on a raceme

Evolution. Conceptual computer artwork representing the evolution of modern humans (Homo sapiens) from ape-like ancestors

Saenger-Horus spaceplane, artwork
Saenger-Horus spaceplane at the separation altitude of 37 kilometres, artwork. This design was part of work carried out in the 1980s

Plant root development, artwork
Plant root development. Artwork showing the first three stages in the development of a plant root. The first of these three stages (upper left)

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

Plant root development, diagram
Plant root development. Diagram showing the the fourth (left) and fifth (right) stages in a series showing the development of a plant root

Cell division, artwork
Cell division. Computer artwork of an animal cell undergoing mitosis (nuclear division) and cytokinesis (cell division) to form two identical daughter cells (bottom)

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

Viral transfer of bacterial DNA, artwork
Viral transfer of bacterial DNA. Computer artwork showing the process of transduction, whereby genetic information is transferred from one bacterium (right column) to another (left column)

Developing frog egg, light micrograph
Developing frog egg. Light micrograph of a vertical section through a developing egg laid by a common frog (Rana temporaria temporaria). The egg has reached the blastula stage

Jellyfish life cycle, artwork. At bottom right are a sperm (with tail) and egg (round). The sperm fertilises the egg to produce a planula, a small larva covered in cilia

Jellyfish body forms, artwork. At left is the polyp body form, which arises from sexual reproduction. It is a sessile stage, attached to the seabed or another surface

Fern specimens. Preserved specimens from different life stages of a fern

Malaria life-cycle, artwork
Malaria life-cycle. Computer artwork showing the life-cycle and transmission of malaria parasites. Anticlockwise from upper left: A mosquito bites and infects a person

DNA replication fork, artwork
DNA replication fork. Diagram showing the cyclic sequence (right) for replication of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid). Details of the DNA are at left

Microscopes, historical artwork
Microscopes. Historical artwork of a range of microscopes and associated equipment. Six optical microscopes are shown here, together with tools used to handle samples

Eye laser therapy, artwork
Eye laser therapy. Artwork showing three stages in laser therapy to correct corneal deformation. The outer layer of the cornea is cut open and a flap (left) pulled back

Prehistoric trees, artwork
Prehistoric trees. Computer artwork of conifers growing 300 million years ago during the Late Carboniferous period (354-290 million years ago), in what is now south-eastern Illinois, USA

Mud volcano formation, artwork
Mud volcano formation. Artwork showing the stages in the formation of a mud volcano. At left, sediment on the ocean floor is drawn into a subduction zone where two continental plates are colliding

Vertebrate embryonic development, artwork
Vertebrate embryonic development. Historical artwork showing the development of an embryo from cleavage (top left) to gastrulation (bottom right)

Newly-emerged dragonflies. Adult dragonflies (order Odonata) on plant stems after emerging from the nypmh stage. Their discarded nymphal cases (exuviae) can be seen below and between them

Discarded dragonfly nymph cases. Mass of dragonfly (order Odonata) nymph cases (exuviae) left behind on plant stems after the nymphs emerged into adult dragonflies

Cotton boll weevil and cotton plant
Boll weevil (Anthonomus grandis) with cotton plant (Gossypium sp.). The boll weevil is the most destructive cotton pest in North America. The adult insects measure 3-8.5 mm long

Soap film patterns sequence. The sequence starts at left and ends at right. Over time, under the influence of gravity, the soap film degrades and breaks up

Blue-eyed grass (Sisyrinchium striatum)
Blue-eyed grass flowers (Sisyrinchium striatum). These flowers grow continuously, replacing the dead flowers. Young flowers are enclosed in spathe bracts (green, top)

Total solar eclipse, artwork
Total solar eclipse. Computer artwork of the stages before and after a total solar eclipse (centre). The outer corona (white) is seen here

Squash (Cucurbita pepo One Ball F1 )
Squash seedling roots (Cucurbita pepo One Ball F1 ) growing through the walls of a peat pot. A peat pot is used for starting seeds and is made from compressed peat

Old Pharos at Dover, Kent
View of the Old Pharos (Roman lighthouse) at Dover, Kent, next to the Anglo-Saxon St Mary in Castro Church. The Pharos was originally an octagonal tower with eight stepped stages

Eschscholzia Californica (Cherry Ripe Poppy)
Eschscholzia Californica (Cherry Ripe or California Poppy) of the Papaveraceae family. Seen here are five flowers in various stages of opening

M. Leon Coutier finishing a hand-axe of Acheulean type
How stone-age tools were made: a modern recontruction of prehistoric skill. Coutier seen striking light blows along the roughed-out edge with a boxwood hammer

Raising the Great Bell into the Tower of St. Pauls Cathedra
Engraving showing three stages in the raising of a new Great Bell into the tower of St. Pauls Cathedral, London, in 1882. At left, the bell is shown within the South-west tower doorway

General C. F. Beyers
General Beyers became notorious in the early stages of the war for throwing up command of the South African Union Defence Force, when directing to act against German South-West Africa

Seven Ages of Man
The Seven Stages of Man as described by Shakespeare in As you like it

Stages of Man (German)
Eleven stages in a mans life, from the pram to the armchair

Stages of Man (English)
Eleven stages in a mans life, from the cradle to the armchair

Stages of Woman
Eleven stages in a womans life, from the cradle (she is watched by an angel) to the last armchair (she is fetched by an angel)

The Currency Exchange on Ellis Island, New York, 1911
Photograph of immigrants queueing up at a counter to exchange their native currency for American dollars, Ellis Island, New York, 1911

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"From Evolution to Innovation: Exploring the Multifaceted Stages of Life" Stages in human evolution: Unveiling our journey from primordial beings to modern humans, a testament to our ever-evolving nature. Concorde 002 - The Second Prototype: Witnessing the transformative stages of aviation as we soar through time with this iconic supersonic aircraft. Coronation 1937 - Cutaway of Westminster Abbey: Peering into history's grandest stage, where kings and queens were crowned amidst the majestic walls of Westminster Abbey. Corns and grains at different stages of development: A visual feast showcasing nature's intricate process, from tiny seeds sprouting to golden harvests ready for consumption. Artwork of the stages in human evolution: Captivating brushstrokes immortalize the remarkable progression that shaped humanity over millions of years. Mitosis, light micrograph: Delving into cellular life, witness the mesmerizing dance within our bodies as cells divide and multiply during mitosis under a microscope's lens. Anatomy / Sole of Foot: Discovering one of our body's unsung heroes – an intimate exploration revealing how each step is supported by complex structures beneath us. Pouch Cove, Newfoundland - Fishing Stages: Embracing coastal livelihoods frozen in time; weathered fishing stages stand as reminders of communities built upon oceanic bounty. Ravages of Alcohol: Shedding light on a darker stage in society – confronting the destructive consequences alcohol can have on individuals and their loved ones. Truffle hunters in Perigord in France (chromolitho): Immersed in cultural traditions passed down through generations; join truffle hunters on their captivating quest for culinary treasures hidden beneath French soil. Stages of the pearl fishery industry in Persian Gulf (1902).