Micro-Gallery: The Best Microscopy Images of January 2024
A visual journey into the microscopic world, featuring stunning images of cellular structures, protein complexes, and biological processes captured by scientists this month.
Welcome to the Micro-Gallery, TheBioTechReview's monthly showcase of the most breathtaking and scientifically significant images from the world of microscopy. This is where science meets art, revealing the intricate beauty of life at its smallest scales.
This month's collection features a stunning array of images, from the delicate dance of neurons to the crystalline structure of a new drug compound. Each image tells a story of discovery and technical mastery.
The full, high-resolution gallery can be viewed on our dedicated Micro-Gallery page. Below are some highlights from this month's selection.
Featured Image: "The Neural Nebula"
Technique: Confocal Microscopy Specimen: Mouse hippocampal neurons
This image captures the dense and complex network of neurons in the hippocampus, a brain region critical for memory. The different colors represent different proteins, allowing researchers to map the connections between cells. This visualization is crucial for understanding how memories are formed and stored at a molecular level.
A Glimpse into the Gallery
Our full gallery includes:
- A Cryo-EM image of the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein.
- A vibrant image of dividing cancer cells.
- A detailed look at the muscle fibers of a zebrafish.
We invite you to explore these incredible images and appreciate the unseen world that our scientists are uncovering every day.