Haversian Canals Collection

Haversian canals: The intricate network of hollow spaces within compact bone, as revealed in these light micrographs of human bone (LM) and artwork

Haversian Canals Collection: Light micrograph of normal human compact bone

Light micrograph of normal human compact bone
Light micrograph of a cross-section of normal human compact bone tissue, as found in the shafts of the long bones such as the femur

LM of compact bone from a human femur

Haversian Canals Collection: Bone structure, artwork

Bone structure, artwork
Bone structure, computer artwork. In the interior of the bone is cancellous, or spongy, bone (left), which is found at the ends of long bones and vertebra (spine bones)

Haversian Canals Collection: Fossilised dinosaur bone, SEM

Fossilised dinosaur bone, SEM
Fossilised dinosaur bone, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). This specimen is from a long bone of a Hypsolophodon fossil found on the Isle of Wight

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Haversian canals: The intricate network of hollow spaces within compact bone, as revealed in these light micrographs of human bone (LM) and artwork, are not just structural marvels in modern organisms. Fossilized dinosaur bones, as seen in these scanning electron microscope (SEM) images, provide compelling evidence of their presence in ancient creatures, suggesting a fundamental role in bone biology throughout evolution. These canals, named after the 18th-century physician Henry Havers, serve as vital conduits for the passage of blood vessels, nerves, and other cellular components, ensuring the continuous nourishment and maintenance of bone tissue.