Budding Collection (page 6)

HIV particles exiting a cell, artwork
HIV particles exiting a cell. Artwork of HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) particles exiting a T-lymphocyte (white blood cell). HIV causes AIDS (acquired immune deficiency syndrome)

Poppy bud in a field of oats. Bud of a poppy (family Papaveraceae) plant growing amongst oat (Avens sp.) plants. Photographed in Granada, Andalucia, Spain

Fullers teasel flowerhead
Fullers teasel (Dipsacus fullonum) flowerhead in bud, close-up. Photographed in July, in Dorset, UK

Carline thistle (Carlina vulgaris) bud
Carline thistle (Carlina vulgaris) flower bud

Huckleberry shoot, light micrograph. Longitudinal section through the top of a terminal shoot from a huckleberry (Gaylussacia baccata)

Cryptococcus cell dividing, TEM
Cryptococcus cell dividing. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of the asexual budding (lower right) of a Cyptococcus sp. yeast cell

False-col SEM of yeast cells
Yeast. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of yeast cells, Saccharomyces cerevisiae, commonly known as Bakers or Brewers yeast, growing on potato dextrose agar

False-colour SEM of yeast cells
Yeast. Coloured scanning electron micrograph of yeast cells, Saccharomyces cerevisiae, commonly known as bakers or Brewers yeast growing on potato dextrose agar

Coloured TEM of a budding yeast cell
False-colour transmission electron micrograph of a budding yeast cell. Yeast is a kind of single- celled fungus. Budding is a method of asexual reproduction in which a new individual is derived

Arbutus leaves. Young leaves budding from a shoot of the arbutus tree (Arbutus sp. ). This shrubby tree has laurel-like evergreen leaves, which are tough and shiny on their upper sides

Chaenomeles japonica flowers
Maules quince flowers and buds (Chaenomeles japonica)

Astilbe (Astilbe sp. )
Astilbe flower buds (Astilbe sp.)

Flu virion protein assembly, artwork. Three types of flu membrane (surface) proteins are shown coming together here to form the coating for a new virion

Blocked flu virus ion channel, artwork. This ion channel is an M2 membrane ion channel, found in the membranes of flu viruses

Sea squill (Urginea maritima) flowers and buds. Photographed in Israel, in September

Cell infected with HIV, SEM
Cell infected with HIV. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of HIV particles (yellow) budding from the membrane of a host cell (red)

Viburnum tinus flower buds
Larustinus flower buds (Viburnum tinus). Photographed in February

Spiraea japonica Firelight
Spiraea flower buds (Spiraea japonica Firelight )

Rosa Emma Wright, a tea rose of the Rosaceae family. Seen here in close-up with bright orange flowers, some open and some in bud

Prickly pear cactus flowering on uplands in the Colta Lake district near Riobamba, Chimborazo Province, Central Highlands, Ecuador, South America

Listeria monocytogenes bacteria, TEM
Listeria bacteria. Coloured transmissionelectron micrograph (TEM) of a Listeria monocytogenes bacterium (centre to bottomright). It is dividing by a process of unequalcell growth known as budding

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"Budding: A Symphony of Life's Creative Flourish" In the quiet corners of nature, a budding yeast cell delicately emerges, silently practicing its own harmonious growth. Like a musician perfecting their craft, it embraces the art with grace and precision. Meanwhile, Candida fungus reveals its intricate beauty under the watchful eye of a scanning electron microscope. Its delicate structures captivate our imagination as we marvel at the wonders hidden within this tiny organism. The world extends beyond microorganisms; even viruses partake in this captivating process. Rift Valley fever virus and vesicular stomatitis virus are captured through transmission electron microscopy, showcasing their unique way of propagating life. Herpes simplex viruses and AIDS viruses also engage in an enchanting dance as they bud from infected cells. These microscopic spectacles remind us that life persists even in the most unexpected places. Amidst these fascinating glimpses into nature's creativity, Candida albicans yeast takes center stage once again. Scanning electron microscopy unveils its textured surface like an artist's canvas waiting to be explored. Beyond the realm of biology lies another form – cultivated roses blooming with vibrant colors and intoxicating fragrances. J. C Vickery Advertisement beckons us to indulge in these floral masterpieces that symbolize love and beauty. And finally, Samuelson's lawn mowing machines invite us to witness yet another type – one where landscapes transform under skilled hands into meticulously manicured works of art. From microscopic organisms to grand gardens, "budding" encapsulates life's continuous cycle of creation and renewal. It reminds us that every living thing has within itself the potential for growth and transformation – a testament to nature's boundless ingenuity.