Staining Collection

Islet of Langerhans, light micrograph
Islet of Langerhans. Light micrograph of a section through an islet of Langerhans (centre) in the pancreas. This structure is composed of clumps of secretory cells

Sea Cliffs stained green from copper deposits leaching from the old Geevor Tin Mine near St Just in Cornwall
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

Human chromosomes, SEM C013 / 5002
Human chromosomes. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of human chromosomes prepared with the harlequin staining technique

RMS Titanic, Lillian Asplund Collectiom, leather documeht wa
RMS TITANIC: Lillian Asplund Collection. An extremely rare leather document wallet/memo book, recovered from Carl Asplund #142 by the Mackay-Bennett

RMS Titanic - life jacket used in 1997 film
RMS Titanic - life jacket used in James Cameron's blockbuster film Titanic (1997), with some staining

Workshop for Blacks (engraving)
2790468 Workshop for Blacks (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Workshop for Blacks. Illustration for The Practical Magazine, Volume I (W P Bennett, 1873)

Paper Stainer (engraving)
2801993 Paper Stainer (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Paper Stainer. Illustration for An Illustrated Vocabulary For The Use Of The Deaf And Dumb (SPCK)

Devices for cheating at cards and dice (engraving)
3635186 Devices for cheating at cards and dice (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Devices for cheating at cards and dice)

Paper-staining Machinery at Messrs Sanderson s, Chiswick, the rods placed on the endless chains catch up the paper into
969894 Paper-staining Machinery at Messrs Sanderson s, Chiswick, the rods placed on the endless chains catch up the paper into long loops (engraving) by English School

SPARING PERFUME 1935
Perfume should be used sparingly and sprayed on the shoulders and behind the ears to be most fragrant. This should be done before putting on a dress to avoid staining! Date: 12 September 1935

Blackpool FY3 0 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Blackpool FY3 0

GLC-LFB Aftermath of fatal fire in care home, NE London
Aftermath of a fatal fire at an elderly peoples care home in Billet Road, Walthamstow, NE London. Showing the seat of the fire, with heat damage and smoke staining to the upper areas of the walls

Blue stain fungi (Chlorociboria aeruginascens) on rotting wood. This inedible fungus stains the wood it grows on a blue-green colour. Such wood was formerly used for veneers in marquetry

Red Snow or Watermelon Snow, caused by Flagellate Alga (Chlamydomonas nivalis), Tre Cime, Dolomites, Italian Alps, Italy, June

Deciduous woodland and stream stained with iron oxide deposits, Limb Brook, Ecclesall Woods, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, April

Gram-stained bacteria C016 / 7500
Gram-stained bacteria. Computer artwork showing gram-positive (blue) and gram-negative (red) bacteria. Gram-positive bacteria are those that are stained dark blue or violet by Gram staining

Melanosis coli, endoscopic view C016 / 8304
Melanosis coli. Endoscopic view of the interior of a patients colon affected by melanosis coli (pseudomelanosis coli). This benign condition causes brown pigmentation of the lining of the colon

Human chromosomes, SEM C013 / 5005
Human chromosomes. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of human chromosomes prepared with the harlequin staining technique

Staining Floorboards
Using a brush to stain floorboards with permanganate of potash (potassium permanganate). Date: 1930s

Peat stained river flowing into coastal strait, Glen Logan, Islay Sound, Islay, Inner Hebrides, Scotland, september

Spinecheek Anemonefish (Premnas biaculeatus) adult, with black stain on mouth, sheltering in anemone, Sipadan Island, Sabah, Borneo, Malaysia

Nerve cell growth. Light micrograph of nerve cells (neurons) with immunofluorescent staining. These cells have been grown in culture

Frog skin glands, light micrograph
Frog skin glands. Light micrograph of a section through the skin of a frog, showing secretory glands (round, upper centre) just below the surface (across top)

Giant chromosomes, light micrograph. These giant (polytene) chromosomes are from the salivary glands of the fruit fly Drosophila melanogaster

Pyramidal neurons, light micrograph with Nissl staining. This sample, from a human brain, shows two pyramidal neurons. Pyramidal neurons (nerve cells)

Purkinje neurons, light micrograph

Giant chromosome, light micrograph

Copper staining in Coniston Copper mines, long since abandoned in the Lake District, UK
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

A contaminated water course near Liverpool UK
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

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"Exploring the Intricacies of Staining: From Islet of Langerhans to Sea Cliffs and Human Chromosomes" Staining, a fascinating process in various realms, unveils hidden details and adds vibrant hues to our world. In the scientific realm, staining techniques have allowed us to delve into the intricate structures of living organisms. Take for instance the Islet of Langerhans; under a light micrograph stained with precision, these tiny clusters within our pancreas come alive, revealing their vital role in regulating blood sugar levels. Nature itself showcases stunning staining's effects. Along the sea cliffs near St Just in Cornwall, copper deposits from the old Geevor Tin Mine have leached onto rocks over time. The result? A mesmerizing sight as these cliffs are adorned with a striking green hue that captivates all who behold them. Moving on from natural wonders to human marvels, it has played an essential role in unraveling our genetic makeup. Through scanning electron microscopy (SEM), we can witness human chromosomes intricately stained and magnified – unlocking secrets about heredity and genetic disorders. Beyond science lies history's embrace techniques. Within the Lillian Asplund Collection dedicated to RMS Titanic artifacts, leather documents bear traces of time through subtle stains – remnants that connect us intimately with this tragic tale. Similarly, life jackets used during filming transport us back to 1997 when James Cameron recreated this iconic disaster on screen. Delving further into historical engravings reveals intriguing glimpses into society's past practices. From workshops catering specifically for Black artisans to paper-stainers meticulously perfecting their craft or even devices designed for cheating at cards and dice – each engraving tells its own story through vividly depicted scenes. Lastly, stepping away from images but still embracing stain-related innovations is perfume production. In 1935, "Sparing Perfume" emerged as a revolutionary concept, allowing individuals to apply fragrance without staining their clothes.