Protrusion Collection

Common spider conch shells C016 / 6042
Pair of common spider conch (Lambis lambis) shells. This heavily ornamented gastropod, has large shell projections. It originates from the Western Indo-Pacific

Gargoyleosaurus dinosaur on white background. Gargoyleosaurus was an ankylosaur that lived in the Jurassic Age of Wyoming, North America

Microscipic view of pancreatic cancer cells

Gargoyleosaurus armored dinosaur portrait. Gargoyleosaurus was an ankylosaur that lived in the Jurassic Age of Wyoming, North America

Front view of a Gargoyleosaurus dinosaur. Gargoyleosaurus was an ankylosaur that lived in the Jurassic Age of Wyoming, North America

Ventral hernia, artwork F008 / 0228
Ventral hernia, computer artwork

Ventral hernia, artwork F008 / 0446
Ventral hernia, computer artwork

Spina bifida, MRI scan
Fibrolipoma of the spine. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of a sagittal section through the spine of a 24-month-old patient with spina bifida

Intestinal hernia, artwork C016 / 7525
Intestinal hernia. Computer artwork of a person with an intestinal hernia (lower right), showing how it has been treated (left)

European thorny oyster shells
Pair of painted thorny oyster (Spondylus pictorum) shells. This bivalve can be found offshore up to 50 metres in the Mediterranean and Red seas

European thorny oyster shells C016 / 6051
Pair of European thorny oyster (Spondylus gaederopus) shells

Painted thorny oyster shells C016 / 6058
Pair of painted thorny oyster (Spondylus pictorum) shells. This bivalve can be found offshore up to 50 metres in the Mediterranean and Red seas

Imperial thorny oyster shells C016 / 6061
Pair of imperial thorny oyster (Spondylus imperalis) shells. This bivalve can be found in the waters surrounding the Philippines

Venus comb shells C016 / 6047
Pair of Venus comb (Murex pecten) shells. This heavily ornamented gastropod has a row of spines making it look like a comb. They can be found throughout the Indo-Pacific

Imperial thorny oyster shells C016 / 6050
Pair of imperial thorny oyster (Spondylus imperalis) shells. This bivalve can be found in the waters surrounding the Philippines

Bowel disease in the colon C016 / 8338
Bowel disease in the colon. Endoscopic view of diverticular disease (diverticulosis) affecting the sigmoid colon. Diverticulosis causes sacs (diverticula)

Hiatal hernia, endoscopic view C016 / 8330
Hiatal hernia. Endoscopic view of a hiatal hernia (gastro-oesophageal prolapse), seen from below, with the endoscope(black) seen in an inverted position inside the stomach

Hiatal hernia, endoscopic view C016 / 8329
Hiatal hernia. Endoscopic view of a hiatal hernia (gastro-oesophageal prolapse), seen from above. A hernia is the protrusion of an organ, or the fascia of an organ

Painted thorny oyster shells C016 / 6056
Pair of painted thorny oyster (Spondylus pictorum) shells. This bivalve can be found offshore up to 50 metres in the Mediterranean and Red seas

Pleuroploca trapezium, trapezium horse conch
A pair of trapezium horse conch (Pleuroploca trapezium). This marine gastropod originates from the Indo-Pacific

Spondylus imperialis, imperial thorny oyster
A pair of imperial thorny oysters (Spondylus imperalis) This bivalve can be found in the waters surrounding the Philippines

Murex pecten, Venus comb
A pair of Venus combs (Murex pecten). This heavily ornamented gastropod has a row of spines making it look like a comb. They can be found throughout the Indo-Pacific

Spondylus pictorum, painted thorny oyster
A pair of painted thorny oysters (Spondylus pictorum). This bivalve can be found offshore up to 50 metres in the Mediterranean and Red seas

Lambis lambis, common spider conch
A pair of common spider conch (Lambis lambis). This heavilly ornamented gastropod, has large shell projections, it originates from the Western Indo-Pacific

Spondylus gaederopus, European thorny oyster
A pair European thorny oysters (Spondylus gaederopus). This thorny bivalve is distributed around northwest coasts of Africa

Lambris chiragra, spider conch
Watercolour of a spider conch by Sarah Stone (c. 1760-1844) from the collection of Sir Ashton Lever

Spodylus americanus, thorny oyster
Watercolour of a thorny oyster on blue paper by Sarah Stone (c. 1760-1844) from the collection of Sir Ashton Lever

Phyllopteryx taeniolatus, weedy seadragon
Plate 38 from Zoological drawings by Ferdinand Bauer. This amazingly camouflaged fish is endemic to the south Australian coast from central New South Wales to south-western Western Australia

Spomdylus imperialis, imperial thorny oyster

Overbite, X-ray
Overbite. Coloured X-ray (side view) of the head of a 32 year old woman showing overbite of the upper jaw (yellow) and its teeth

Inguinal hernia, artwork
Inguinal hernia. Artwork of a female pelvis showing an inguinal hernia (labelled as hernial sac). A hernia is the protrusion of an organ through a structure or muscle that usually contains it

Arthrosis of the knee, X-ray
Arthrosis of the knee, coloured frontal X-ray. The joint is swollen and there are osteophytes, abnormal bony growths (pointed protrusions), seen on the bone at centre

Stomach disorders, artwork
Stomach disorders. Artwork showing a normal stomach (left), acid reflux (centre) and a hiatus hernia (right). Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD), also known as acid reflux

Vaccinia virus infected cell. Immunofluorescence deconvolution micrograph of a cell infected with vaccinia virus particles. Host and viral DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) is blue

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"Exploring the Intricate World of Protrusion: From Shells to Cells and Dinosaurs" In this captivating journey through the microscopic realm, we delve into the fascinating concept of protrusion. Starting with common spider conch shells C016 / 6042, we witness nature's intricate designs that effortlessly catch our eye. Zooming in further, a mesmerizing microscopic view reveals bustling bacteria, their tiny forms creating a world within themselves. The sheer complexity and diversity of these microorganisms leave us in awe of their ability to thrive and adapt. But it doesn't stop there; our exploration takes an unexpected turn as we encounter pancreatic cancer cells under the microscope. These malignant protrusions serve as a stark reminder of the challenges faced by medical science in combating this devastating disease. As if echoing life's delicate balance between beauty and adversity, another glimpse into the world of bacteria reminds us that even at such small scales, danger can lurk. Yet amidst these threats lie opportunities for breakthroughs in research and treatment. Returning once again to pancreatic cancer cells, their relentless presence underscores the urgency for continued efforts towards finding effective therapies. Each cell becomes a symbol of hope for those affected by this formidable illness. Amidst all these scientific marvels lies an intriguing contrast—a Gargoyleosaurus dinosaur on a white background emerges from obscurity. This armored creature serves as a reminder that throughout history, life has always found ways to adapt and evolve against all odds. Our journey concludes with yet another encounter with pancreatic cancer cells—each image reinforcing both its prominence in scientific study and its impact on countless lives worldwide. From shells to cells and dinosaurs alike, protrusion captivates our imagination by revealing hidden worlds beyond what meets the naked eye, and is through exploring these intricacies that we gain deeper insights into nature's wonders while striving towards solutions for pressing health concerns like pancreatic cancer.