Metabolic Collection

Myoglobin molecule C015 / 5702
Myoglobin molecule. Computer model showing the structure of a myoglobin molecule. Myoglobin is a protein found in muscle tissue

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

Kidney stone, 18th century

Thyroid anatomy, artwork C013 / 4675
Thyroid anatomy. Computer artwork of the thyroid glands (pink) of the neck, shown in relation to the bodys bones and throat structures (white)

Cytochrome b5 molecule C015 / 6696
Cytochrome b5. Molecular model of cytochrome b5 from a cows liver. Cytochrome molecules perform oxidation and reduction reactions for electron transport

Pancreatic islet of Langerhans
Islet of Langerhans. Light micrograph of a section through an islet of Langerhans (pale, centre) in pancreas tissue. This clump of secretory cells forms part of the endocrine system of the body

TFAM transcription factor bound to DNA C015 / 7059
TFAM transcription factor bound to DNA, molecular model. Human mitochondrial transcription factor A (TFAM, green) bound to a strand of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid, blue and pink)

Pyruvate dehydrogenase complex C018 / 9192
Pyruvate dehydrogenase complex, 3D model. This enzyme complex is responsible for the step that links glycolysis to the citric acid (Krebs) cycle

Diabetes education, blood viscosity
MODEL RELEASED. Diabetes education. Nurse using models to demonstrate high blood viscosity to a diabetic patient. The models show red blood cells in healthy blood at left

Hepatocyte liver cell, TEM
Hepatocyte liver cell. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through an hepatocyte liver cell, showing rough and smooth endoplasmic reticulum (ER, dark lines)

Liver tissue, TEM
Liver tissue. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through the liver, showing part of a radial cord of hepatocyte liver cells (dark) and the vascular sinusoids (white)

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

Mitochondria, SEM
Mitochondria. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of mitochondria (red) in a kidney cell. Mitochondria are a type of organelle found in the cytoplasm of eukaryotic cells

Sirtuin enzyme and p53, artwork C017 / 3659
Sirtuin enzyme and p53. Computer artwork of a sirtuin (Sir2) enzyme (pink) bound to a p53 peptide (orange). Sir2 enzymes form a unique class of NAD(+)

Sirtuin enzyme and p53, artwork C017 / 3658
Sirtuin enzyme and p53. Computer artwork of a sirtuin (Sir2) enzyme (pink) bound to a p53 peptide (orange). Sir2 enzymes form a unique class of NAD(+)

SIRT3 molecule, artwork C017 / 3657
SIRT3 molecule. Computer artwork showing the structure of a molecule of NAD-dependent deacetylase sirtuin-3, mitochondrial (SIRT3)

Sirtuin enzyme and p53, artwork C017 / 3660
Sirtuin enzyme and p53. Computer artwork of a sirtuin (Sir2) enzyme (blue) bound to a p53 peptide (pink). Sir2 enzymes form a unique class of NAD(+)

Glycogen phosphorylase molecule F006 / 9775
Glycogen phosphorylase. Molecular model of glycogen phosphorylase bound to AMP (adenosine monophosphate). This is an enzyme involved in breaking down glycogen

Metabolic enzyme molecule F006 / 9770
Metabolic enzyme. Molecular model of the enzyme aconitase with isocitrate bound. Aconitase is involved in the citric acid (or Krebs) cycle

Human muscle aldolase, molecular model F006 / 9742
Human muscle aldolase. Molecular model of the enzyme human muscle aldolase complexed with its substrate fructose 1, 6-bisphosphate

Oxidoreductase enzyme complex F006 / 9725
Oxidoreductase enzyme complex, molecular model. This is the membrane-bound domain formed from of a complex of NADH-quinone oxidoreductase subunits

Oxidoreductase enzyme complex F006 / 9700
Oxidoreductase enzyme complex. Molecular model of a complex of NADH-quinone oxidoreductase subunits. The whole is termed respiratory complex I

Lactate dehydrogenase enzyme molecule F006 / 9699
Lactate dehydrogenase enzyme, molecular model. This enzyme converts pyruvate to lactate in the final steps of glycolysis, and lactate to pyruvate during the lactic acid cycle

P32 mitochondrial matrix protein F006 / 9454
P32 mitochondrial matrix protein, molecular model. Also known as SF2-associated p32 (SF2P32), this protein is found in the matrix of cellular mitochondria

Succinate dehydrogenase enzyme F006 / 9432
Succinate dehydrogenase enzyme. Molecular model of the succinate dehydrogenase (complex II) enzyme from an Escherichia coli bacterium

Myoglobin molecule F006 / 9418
Myoglobin, molecular model. Myoglobin is a protein found in muscle tissue, where it binds to and stores oxygen to be used during strenuous exercise

Myoglobin molecule F006 / 9417
Myoglobin, molecular model. Myoglobin is a protein found in muscle tissue, where it binds to and stores oxygen to be used during strenuous exercise

Lactate dehydrogenase enzyme molecule F006 / 9411
Lactate dehydrogenase enzyme, molecular model. This enzyme converts pyruvate to lactate in the final steps of glycolysis, and lactate to pyruvate during the lactic acid cycle

Sugar uptake in muscles, diagram
Sugar uptake in muscles. Diagram showing sugar from a drink (upper right) being taken up by the muscles of the human body

Cholesterol producing enzyme and statin F006 / 9366
Cholesterol producing enzyme and statin. Computer model showing the molecular structure of HMG-CoA reductase (HMGCR) in complex with Atorvastatin

Cholesterol producing enzyme molecule F006 / 9365
Cholesterol producing enzyme. Molecular model of HMG-CoA reductase (HMGCR), the rate-controlling enzyme of the metabolic pathway that produces cholesterol in the body

Haemoglobin molecule F006 / 9356
Haemoglobin, molecular model. Haemoglobin is a metalloprotein that transports oxygen around the body in red blood cells. Each molecule consists of iron-containing haem groups (sticks)

Haemoglobin molecule F006 / 9350
Haemoglobin, molecular model. Haemoglobin is a metalloprotein that transports oxygen around the body in red blood cells. Each molecule consists of iron-containing haem groups (sticks)

Glycogen phosphorylase molecule F006 / 9347
Glycogen phosphorylase, molecular model. This is an enzyme involved in breaking down glycogen, the energy storage molecule involved in animal metabolism

Metabolic enzyme molecule F006 / 9262
Metabolic enzyme. Molecular model of the enzyme aconitase, which is involved in the citric acid (or Krebs) cycle. The citric acid cycle is the process by which mitochondria convert glucose to energy

Metabolic enzyme molecule F006 / 9227
Metabolic enzyme. Molecular model of the enzyme aconitase, which is involved in the citric acid (or Krebs) cycle. The citric acid cycle is the process by which mitochondria convert glucose to energy

Adenosine molecule
Adenosine monophosphate (AMP), molecular model. Nucleotide used as a monomer in RNA. Atoms are represented as spheres and are colour-coded: carbon (grey), hydrogen (green-blue), nitrogen (blue)

Diabetes insulin pens and equipment. Range of diabetes pens (left) for the injection of insulin. From left, these are: a HumaPen Luxura insulin pen from Eli Lilly, a ClikSTAR insulin pen from Sanofi

Oxalosis, light micrograph
Oxalosis. Light micrograph of a section through adult bone tissue affected by oxalosis (primary hyperoxaluria), showing mature bone (green)

Diabetes clinic, waist measurement
MODEL RELEASED. Diabetes clinic, waist measurement. Nurse using a tape to measure the circumference of a womans waist. The patients waist-to-hip ratio is an indication of whether they have excess fat

Liver anatomy, artwork C016 / 7001
Liver anatomy. Artwork of a frontal view of the liver, dissected to show some of its internal anatomy. The liver, subdivided into lobes, is the largest gland in the human body

Myoglobin protein, molecular model C016 / 6575
Myoglobin protein. Molecular model showing the structure of the myoglobin protein. Myoglobin is a protein found in muscle tissue

Golgi membranes, TEM
Golgi membranes. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through a cell, showing the membranes (dark lines) of the Golgi apparatus

Kidney mitochondria, TEM
Kidney mitochondria. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through a kidney tubule, showing numerous mitochondria (blue)

Bacterial alcohol dehydrogenase molecule C015 / 7146
Bacterial alcohol dehydrogenase. Molecular model of an NADP-dependent alcohol dehydrogenase enzyme from the bacterium Thermoanaerobacter brockii

Vitamin B12 import proteins C015 / 9942
Vitamin B12 import proteins, molecular model. This complex is the import proteins btuC, btuD, and btuF. The first two together form BtuCD

Vitamin B12 import proteins C015 / 9943
Vitamin B12 import proteins, molecular model. This complex is the import proteins btuC, btuD, and btuF. The first two together form BtuCD

Leptin molecule C014 / 4904
Leptin molecule. Computer model showing the structure of a molecule of the hormone leptin. Leptin is produced by adipose (fat) tissue

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"Unlocking the Mysteries of Metabolic Pathways: A Journey into Cellular Energy" Step into the microscopic world and explore the intricate realm of metabolism, where energy production takes center stage. The mitochondrion, often referred to as the powerhouse of the cell, plays a crucial role in this captivating process. Through a transmission electron microscope (TEM), we witness its majestic structure and marvel at its ability to generate ATP. But let us not confine ourselves solely to mitochondria; our journey through metabolic wonders takes us further back in time. In the 18th century, kidney stones puzzled medical minds. Little did they know that these mineral formations were intricately linked to metabolic imbalances within our bodies. Moving on from ancient mysteries, we delve into the artistry of thyroid anatomy captured in artwork C013 / 4675. This visual masterpiece unveils the complexity and beauty hidden beneath our skin – an organ responsible for regulating metabolism and maintaining balance within our body. Zooming even closer under another lens (C015 / 6696), we encounter cytochrome b5 molecules dancing their elegant molecular ballets. These tiny performers play essential roles in various metabolic reactions, orchestrating biochemical pathways with precision. As we navigate deeper into cellular landscapes using scanning electron microscopy (SEM), breathtaking images reveal intricate networks of thyroid gland capillaries intertwining like delicate threads connecting life's vital processes. Our exploration continues with a glimpse inside pancreatic islets of Langerhans – miniature islands amidst a sea of cells dedicated to producing hormones that regulate blood sugar levels and fuel metabolism. Returning once again to SEM imagery, we are captivated by stunning visuals showcasing thyroid gland blood vessels branching out like lifelines nourishing every corner of this remarkable organ. The magnificence doesn't end there; SEM reveals yet another spectacle – mitochondria standing tall like sentinels guarding cellular energy reserves. Their unique structures hint at their indispensable role in sustaining life's processes.