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Transmission Electron Collection (#6)

"Unlocking the Intricacies of Life

Background imageTransmission Electron Collection: Hydronephrosis

Hydronephrosis. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through a human kidney, showing a renal tubule in hydronephrosis

Background imageTransmission Electron Collection: Nerve demyelination, TEM

Nerve demyelination, TEM
Nerve demyelination. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through a Schwann cell and a nerve fibre, showing the early collapse of its myelin sheath

Background imageTransmission Electron Collection: Alzheimers disease brain cell, TEM

Alzheimers disease brain cell, TEM
Alzheimers disease brain cell. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a neurofibrillary tangle in a nerve cell from the brain of a patient with Alzheimers disease

Background imageTransmission Electron Collection: Influenza virus, TEM

Influenza virus, TEM
Influenza virus. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of an influenza ( flu) virus particle. Influenza belongs to the orthomyxovirus group of viruses

Background imageTransmission Electron Collection: Budding HIV particles, TEM

Budding HIV particles, TEM
Budding HIV particles. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of HIV particles (blue and yellow) budding from the membrane of the host cell (orange)

Background imageTransmission Electron Collection: Reovirus particles in a cell, TEM

Reovirus particles in a cell, TEM
Reovirus particles. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of hundreds of particles (blue) of a reovirus infecting a host cell. The nucleus of the cell (green) is at centre

Background imageTransmission Electron Collection: West Nile viruses, TEM

West Nile viruses, TEM

Background imageTransmission Electron Collection: Operator using a transmission electron microscope

Operator using a transmission electron microscope (TEM). The operating console is seen with a TV monitor and magnified image

Background imageTransmission Electron Collection: Cell nucleolus, TEM

Cell nucleolus, TEM
Nucleolus. Coloured transmission electron micrograph of the nucleolus (blue), a component of the nucleus (orange) of a cell. The cell cytoplasm is green

Background imageTransmission Electron Collection: Fallopian tube, TEM

Fallopian tube, TEM
Fallopian tube, coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM). Section through non-ciliated columnar epithelium from a fallopian tube. The ciliated cells are not shown here

Background imageTransmission Electron Collection: Artery, TEM

Artery, TEM
Artery. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a transverse section through an artery. Red blood cells (erythrocytes, red) and white blood cells (leucocytes)

Background imageTransmission Electron Collection: Nasal lining, TEM

Nasal lining, TEM
Nasal lining. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through cilia (green) covering the epithelial lining of the nasopharyx, the part of the throat behind the nasal cavity

Background imageTransmission Electron Collection: Smell receptors, TEM

Smell receptors, TEM
Smell receptors. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through smell receptors (cilia) projecting from an olfactory neurone (blue)

Background imageTransmission Electron Collection: Mast cell, TEM

Mast cell, TEM
Mast cell, coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM). Mast cells are a type of white blood cell found in connective tissue

Background imageTransmission Electron Collection: Influenza viruses, TEM

Influenza viruses, TEM
Influenza viruses. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of influenza (flu) viruses (yellow) budding from a host cell. The host cell nucleus is black

Background imageTransmission Electron Collection: Capillary and red blood cell, TEM

Capillary and red blood cell, TEM
Capillary and red blood cell, coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM). This cross-section shows a single red blood cell almost filling the lumen of the capillary

Background imageTransmission Electron Collection: Heart blood vessel wall, TEM

Heart blood vessel wall, TEM

Background imageTransmission Electron Collection: P1 bacteriophage, TEM

P1 bacteriophage, TEM
P1 bacteriophage, coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM). A bacteriophage, or phage, is a virus that infects bacteria, in this case Escherichia coli and Shigella species

Background imageTransmission Electron Collection: Fat cell, TEM

Fat cell, TEM
Fat cell. Coloured Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through fat (adipose) tissue. Fat cells, or adipocytes

Background imageTransmission Electron Collection: Enterococcus faecalis dividing, TEM

Enterococcus faecalis dividing, TEM
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Background imageTransmission Electron Collection: Human embryonic stem cells, TEM

Human embryonic stem cells, TEM
Stem cells. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a human embryonic stem cells (HESC, blue). HESCs are pluripotent

Background imageTransmission Electron Collection: Meningitis C bacteria, TEM

Meningitis C bacteria, TEM
Meningitis C bacteria. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of Neisseria meningitidis serogroup C bacteria (yellow) trapped in vitrified water (blue)

Background imageTransmission Electron Collection: Haemophilus influenzae bacteria, TEM

Haemophilus influenzae bacteria, TEM
Haemophilus influenzae bacteria. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of Haemophilus influenzae b (Hib) bacteria (red) in vitrified water (pink)

Background imageTransmission Electron Collection: Meningitis B vesicles, TEM

Meningitis B vesicles, TEM
Meningitis B vesicles. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of outer membrane vesicles (OMV) from Neisseria meningitidis serogroup B bacteria

Background imageTransmission Electron Collection: Synthetic Mycoplasma bacteria, TEM

Synthetic Mycoplasma bacteria, TEM
Synthetic Mycoplasma bacteria, coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM). The first self-replicating bacteria cell controlled by a synthetic genome was developed by scientists at the J

Background imageTransmission Electron Collection: Adenovirus particle, TEM

Adenovirus particle, TEM
Adenovirus particle, coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM). Each particle consists of an icosahedral protein coat (capsid, orange) surrounding double stranded deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA)

Background imageTransmission Electron Collection: Vaccinia virus particle, TEM

Vaccinia virus particle, TEM
Vaccinia virus particle, coloured transmission micrograph (TEM). Each particle is composed of a DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) genome surrounded by a protein coat and lipid envelope

Background imageTransmission Electron Collection: Salmonella bacteria, TEM

Salmonella bacteria, TEM
Salmonella bacteria. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a Salmonella sp. bacteria (green) in the cytoplasm of an infected cell

Background imageTransmission Electron Collection: Protozoan tentacle, TEM

Protozoan tentacle, TEM
Protozoan tentacle. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a cross-section through a tentacle of a Dendrocometes sp. protozoan showing the microtubule (purple circles) structure

Background imageTransmission Electron Collection: Cytoskeleton, TEM

Cytoskeleton, TEM
Cytoskeleton. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of the cytoskeleton of a human skin cell. The cell nucleus is at centre right




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"Unlocking the Intricacies of Life: Exploring the Microscopic World through Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM)" Delving into the depths of cellular structures and biological processes, transmission electron microscopy (TEM) has revolutionized our understanding of various aspects of life. With its high-resolution imaging capabilities, TEM allows us to witness intricate details that were once hidden from our sight. At synapse nerve junctions, TEM reveals a mesmerizing dance between neurotransmitters, enabling communication between neurons with remarkable precision. Norovirus particles come alive under TEM's lens, showcasing their unique shape and arrangement – a crucial insight in combating these notorious pathogens. E. Coli bacteria appear as tiny rods when observed through TEM, reminding us of their omnipresence in nature and sometimes unfortunate encounters in human health. Fat cells take on an unexpected beauty when magnified by TEM; their delicate structure resembling a web-like network that stores energy for our bodies. The myelination process is brought to life through TEM images capturing nerve fibers coated with protective sheaths. These stunning visuals help unravel the mysteries behind efficient neural signaling and hold promise for treating demyelinating diseases such as multiple sclerosis. TEM exposes the menacing presence of MRSA-resistant Staphylococcus bacteria – formidable adversaries in healthcare settings worldwide. Another glimpse at E. coli bacterium showcases its intricate internal machinery responsible for vital functions within this single-celled organism. Nerve cells reveal their complexity under TEM's scrutiny – branching dendrites reaching out like tree branches while axons transmit electrical signals across vast distances. Mitochondria steal the spotlight as they power these nerve cells' activities, appearing as dynamic organelles teeming with energy-producing potential. Plasma cells burst forth with vibrant colors when examined using TEM; their role in producing antibodies becomes even more awe-inspiring upon closer inspection. Once again, myelinated nerve fibers captivate us with their elegant architecture – a testament to nature's ingenuity in optimizing neural communication.