Prions Collection
Prions: Mysterious and Diverse Creatures of the Sea In the vast expanse of the Antarctic Ocean
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Prions: Mysterious and Diverse Creatures of the Sea In the vast expanse of the Antarctic Ocean, a magnificent sight unfolds as an Antarctic Prion gracefully soars through the sky. Its wings outstretched, it navigates effortlessly over the sea surrounding South Georgia, leaving us in awe of its beauty and agility (Antarctic Prion - In flight over sea Antarctic Ocean around South Georgia BI008492). Moving further across the Southern Ocean's Drake Passage in November, we encounter another fascinating species - an adult Antarctic Prion gliding above the water's surface. This remarkable creature showcases nature's wonders as it traverses this challenging environment with ease (Antarctic Prion (Pachyptila desolata) adult, in flight over sea, Drake Passage, Southern Ocean, November). While prions may captivate our imagination with their aerial prowess and oceanic presence, they also hold significance beyond their natural habitats. These enigmatic creatures share a name with a group of diseases known as prion diseases. Artwork depicting potential treatments for these ailments sheds light on ongoing research efforts to combat them (Prion disease treatment artwork C018 / 1838). One such devastating condition is Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease. Through advanced medical imaging techniques like MRI scans, doctors gain insights into its effects on patients' brains. These haunting images serve as reminders of both scientific progress and challenges faced by those affected by this rare neurodegenerative disorder (Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease MRI scan). As we delve deeper into understanding prions and their impact on various ecosystems worldwide, we discover more intriguing species like Fairy Prions and Thin-billed Prions inhabiting regions such as New Zealand and Falkland Islands. The Fairy Prion takes flight above New Zealand's seascape during November.