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Here is today's scientific image:
This delicate, fluffy object is a cytoskeleton viewed under a fluorescence confocal microscope. Below is a time-lape video of the process. For an explanation of why the cell's actin fibers twist around into this shape, go to our website.
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Bibliodyssey just published an outstanding collection of illustrations depicting the development of the microscope. I recently saw these antique microscopes at the National Museum of Health and Medicine, and I enjoyed trying to match my photos with the engravings.
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I got my new camera today. Supermacro!
had a gander at the page and was awed by the pics that had the microscope light on. just like the insects stuck in amber!!! way cool!
Send me your pics please.