C Elegans Collection

C. elegans worms, light micrograph
C. elegans worms. Confocal laser scanning micrograph of Caenorhabditis elegans worms. Neurons (nerve cells) are green and the digestive tract is red. C

C. elegans worms, light micrograph
C. elegans worms. Differential interference contrast micrograph of an adult Caenorhabditis elegans worm (centre) surrounded by C. elegans larvae hatching from eggs

Anterior-posterior polarity, illustration C018 / 0916
Anterior-posterior polarity, illustration. The unequal distribution of proteins or other factors within a newly fertilised zygote or developing embryo is a key mechanism for establishing the axes

C. elegans worm, illustration C018 / 0731
Caenorhabditis elegans worm, illustration. C. elegans is a soil-dwelling hermaphrodite nematode worm and one of the most studied animals in biological and genetic research

C. elegans mutant worm, light micrograph
C. elegans worm. Differential interference contrast micrograph of a rolling mutant Caenorhabditis elegans worm. Rolling mutants move in a circular, rather then the normal sinusoidal, path

C. elegans worm, light micrograph
C. elegans worm. Differential interference contrast micrograph of a Caenorhabditis elegans larva. The head is at bottom left

Worm trapped inside a lab-on-a-chip, fluorescence light micrograph. This lab-on-a-chip, created by Mehmet Fatih Yanik, from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), USA, can sort

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"C. Elegans: Unveiling the Wonders of a Tiny Worm" In the microscopic world, C. Elegans worms reign supreme as one of the most extensively studied organisms. These minuscule creatures, captured in mesmerizing light micrographs, have captivated scientists for decades. With their transparent bodies and simple anatomy, C. Elegans worms offer an unparalleled opportunity to explore fundamental biological processes. The anterior-posterior polarity illustrated in C018 / 0916 showcases their remarkable symmetry and organization. Every aspect of these tiny worms is meticulously documented through illustrations like C018 / 0731, revealing their intricate structures and delicate features. It's astonishing how such complexity can be packed into such a small organism. Through countless hours spent observing them under the microscope, researchers have unraveled numerous secrets hidden within these elegant creatures' biology. From development to aging, they hold valuable insights into human physiology and disease mechanisms. The series of light micrographs vividly captures different stages of a C. Elegans worm's life cycle – from its early larval stage to adulthood – showcasing its transformational journey with stunning clarity. Even mutant strains are not left unexplored; depicted in another captivating light micrograph is a unique variant that has deviated from the norm due to genetic alterations or experimental manipulations. Crowned as model organisms for scientific research, these humble nematodes continue to amaze us with their versatility and adaptability. Their contributions range from understanding neural circuits to studying genetic mutations associated with diseases like Alzheimer's or Parkinson's. As we delve deeper into the mysteries held by this extraordinary species, each new image brings us closer to unraveling nature's enigmatic tapestry—one microscopic snapshot at a time.