Membrane Collection

Anatomy of the human ear, lithograph, published in 1876
Anatomy of the human ear. Lithograph, published in 1876

Rough endoplasmic reticulum, TEM
Rough endoplasmic reticulum, coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM). This section shows the rough endoplasmic reticulum (ER, folds, centre), a membranous structure that occurs in cells

Cell membrane, artwork C013 / 7467
Computer artwork of a cutaway view of the human cell membrane. The cell Membrane is a complex part of the cell that controls what can get in and out of the cell

Cell types, artwork
Cell types. Cutaway artwork with a scale bar (upper right, in micrometres) showing the relative sizes of eukaryotic cells (those containing a nucleus) and prokaryotic cells (those lacking a nucleus)

Bacterial meningitis, MRI scan
Bacterial meningitis. Coloured magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of an axial section through the brain of a 16-year-old patient

Chloroplast structure, artwork
Chloroplast structure. Artwork showing the internal structure of chloroplasts, the organelles in plant cells responsible for photosynthesis

Damp-proofing in a house. Impermeable layer of tar-like material (diagonal black line) inserted in the bedding joint between two courses of brickwork in the wall of a house

Mitochondrion, TEM
Mitochondrion. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of mitochondria (green/blue) in heart muscle. Mitochondria are organelles found in the cytoplasm of eukaryotic cells

Plecotus sp. long-eared bat
A long-eared bat in flight (a microbat belonging to the Vespertilionidae family of vesper or evening bats). Photograph published in Bats by Phil Richardson, a Natural History Museum publication, 2002

Eye muscle, TEM C014 / 1468
Eye muscle. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through a striated muscle cell from the ciliary muscle of a human eye

Intestinal microvilli, TEM
Intestinal microvilli, coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM). The microvilli are finger-like projections (seen here in circular cross-section)

Boudet's microphone, 1882
3479289 Boudet's microphone, 1882; (add.info.: Boudet's microphone: this consisted of a glass tube 3ins long and 0.4 ins in diameter)

Bell's Phonautograph, 1878
3479235 Bell's Phonautograph, 1878; (add.info.: Bell's Phonautograph: sounds directed to the mouthpiece caused a membrane, modelled on the action of the human ear, to vibrate)

Bell's Phonautograph, 1878
3479485 Bell's Phonautograph, 1878; (add.info.: Bell's Phonautograph: sounds directed to the mouthpiece caused a membrane, modelled on the action of the human ear, to vibrate)

Reis's musical telephone, 1896
3479283 Reis's musical telephone, 1896; (add.info.: Transmitter of Reis's musical telephone, made in the form of the human ear)

Desiccated leaf skeleton isolated against black background - North Carolina, USA

Human ear anatomy, artwork
Human ear anatomy, computer artwork

A male Lady Amhersts Pheasant, standing on grass, London Zoo, 1928 (b / w photo)
3703986 A male Lady Amhersts Pheasant, standing on grass, London Zoo, 1928 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; (add.info)

Anatomy of the cochlear duct in the human ear

Anatomy of human ear

External auditory canal of human ear (with labels)

Microscopic view of animal cell

Pipistrellus sturdeei, Sturdees pipistrelle
A rare specimen of a Bonin pipistrelle, a slightly immature female, preserved in spirit and held by the Natural History Museum

Chloroplast, SEM
Chloroplast. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a section through a plant cell, showing a fractured chloroplast (green)

Illustration of yoke sac and amniotic membrane surrounding chicken embryo

Cutaway diagram of human ear

Conceptual image of mitochondria

Phonautograph (c. 1860) by Scott and KAonig, published in 1880
Phonautograph (c. 1860) by Edouard-Leon Scott de Martinville (French printer and bookseller, 1817 - 1879) and Rudolph Koenig (German acoustician, 1832 - 1901)

Nasal lining, SEM
Nasal lining. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the olfactory epithelium that lines the nasal cavity, showing olfactory cells (red) surrounded by numerous cilia (hair-like projections)

Cell membrane lipid bilayer, artwork F007 / 1477
Phospholipid bilayer. Computer artwork of the phospholipid bilayer that forms the membrane around all living cells. The cell membrane is made of phospholipid molecules

Cell membrane ion channels, artwork C016 / 7689
Cell membrane ion channels. Computer artwork of a section through the membrane of an animal cell, showing transmembrane ion channel proteins (yellow)

Cicada noise mechanism, diagram C018 / 0296
Cicada noise mechanism, diagram. Cicadas are insects forming the family Cicadidae. Male cicadas produce a rhythmic mating calls, a loud clicking sound from stridulatory organs on their abdomen

Brain meninges, historical anatomical artwork. This cranial (top) view of the brain (with front at the top) and its surrounding protective meninges, which have been partially dissected away

Mitochondria, TEM
Mitochondria. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of mitochondria (red) in heart muscle. Mitochondria are organelles found in the cytoplasm of eukaryotic cells

Desmosome cell junction, artwork
Desmosome cell junction. Computer artwork showing the structure of an adhesion junction, or desmosome. Desmosomes form the most common type of junction between epithelial cells

Peeling off the outer membrane of liver, using fingers, close-up

Various fetal skeletons displayed
Anatomical display. Scene depicts various fetal skeletons, one holding a necklace of pearls, another holding a miniature scythe, another cries into a membrane

Phonautograph by Koenig
Antique illustration of a Phonautograph by Koenig

Illustration showing cholesterol molecules passing from blood cells into body cell membrane to regulate blood cholesterol level

Cross section illustration of human olfactory system

Digital illustration of nerve signal moving along membrane as wave of depolarization and repolarization

Illustration of blue Amoeba

Picture No. 11772276
Bald Eagle close up of head and eye showing third eyelid Nictitating Membrane Date:

Medical illustration of endolymph in the membranous labyrinth of the inner ear
Medical ilustration showing endolymph in the membranous labyrinth of the inner ear

Conceptual image of cell surface receptors. Cell surface receptors are specialized integral membrane proteins that take part in communication between the cell and the outside world

Microscopic view of white blood cells inside blood vessel

Sperm traveling towards egg with cellia

Electron micrograph of negative-stained Prochlorococcus. A cyanophage is a virus that infects cyanobacteria

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The intricate anatomy of the human ear is beautifully depicted in this lithograph, published in 1876. One notable feature highlighted here is the membrane, which plays a crucial role in transmitting sound waves to our auditory system. Moving on to cellular structures, the rough endoplasmic reticulum (ER) takes center stage under a transmission electron microscope (TEM). This network of membranes within cells is responsible for protein synthesis and transport. Artwork showcasing different cell types also emphasizes the significance of membranes. From the delicate cell membrane itself, represented by artwork C013 / 7467, to mitochondria seen through TEM imaging - these organelles possess their own unique membranes that regulate various cellular functions. Intriguingly, even chloroplasts have their own distinct membrane structure as revealed by artwork dedicated to studying photosynthesis. These specialized organelles found in plants are responsible for converting sunlight into energy. Beyond biology, membranes find relevance elsewhere too. Think about damp-proofing measures taken in houses – membranes act as barriers against moisture infiltration and protect our living spaces from potential damage. However, not all mentions of they are positive. Bacterial meningitis can be detected through MRI scans where inflammation affects the protective brain meninges' integrity. Understanding how pathogens breach these defensive layers helps diagnose and treat such infections effectively. Nature's wonders also exhibit fascinating adaptations involving membranes; take Plecotus sp. , commonly known as long-eared bats with their remarkable hearing abilities thanks to specialized ear membrane structures aiding echolocation skills. Zooming into finer details under TEM again reveals eye muscles' intricate arrangement (TEM C014 / 1468), highlighting how well-organized muscle fibers rely on precise membranous connections for coordinated movement and vision control. Lastly, let's not forget intestinal microvilli observed through TEM – finger-like projections covered by plasma membrane lining our intestines play a vital role in nutrient absorption during digestion processes. From ancient lithographs to modern imaging techniques, the significance of membranes spans across various fields.