Stereocilia Collection

Inner ear hairs, SEM
Inner ear hairs. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of stereocilia, sensory hair-like projections, from hair cells of the cochlea of the inner ear

Anatomy of the organ of Corti, part of the cochlea of the inner ear

Interior detail of the cochlea

Ampullary cupula, artwork
Ampullary cupula. Computer artwork showing how the ampullary cupula in the human vestibular system of the inner ear senses head rotation (top) and forward motion (bottom)

Structure of the cochlea, artwork
Structure of the cochlea. Computer artwork of a section through the organ of Corti, the auditory sense organ that lines the spiral of the cochlea in the inner ear

Inner ear hair cells, SEM C014 / 4845
Inner ear hair cells. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) showing the sensory hair cells (white) found in the Organ of Corti in the cochlea of the inner ear

Inner ear hair cells, SEM C014 / 4852
Inner ear hair cells. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) showing the sensory hair cells (blue) found in the Organ of Corti in the cochlea of the inner ear

Inner ear hair cells, SEM C014 / 4851
Inner ear hair cells. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) showing the sensory hair cells (white) found in the Organ of Corti in the cochlea of the inner ear

Inner ear hair cells, SEM C014 / 4844
Inner ear hair cells. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) showing the sensory hair cells (blue) found in the Organ of Corti in the cochlea of the inner ear

Inner ear sensory cells, SEM
Inner ear sensory cells. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of bundles of cilia (hair cells, blue) situated in the macula utriculi within the human inner ear

Inner ear sensory hairs
Inner ear hair cells. Confocal light micrograph of V-shaped rows of hair cells (bright arcs) in the organ of Corti

Stereocilia in ear, SEM
Stereocilia in ear. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of stereocilia (yellow) in a healthy inner ear

Epididymis, SEM
Epididymis. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a freeze fracture through the epididymis. Immature sperm (bright pink at top) are seen in the tubule lumen

Epididymis, light micrograph

Sensory hair cell in the ear, artwork
Sensory hair cell in the ear. Artwork showing a section through part of the cochlea, the inner ears auditory sense organ. The hair-like cells (grey) at upper centre are stereocilia

Sensory hair cells in ear, SEM

Inner ear hair cells, light micrograph
Inner ear hair cells. Fluorescent light micrograph of sensory hair cells (blue) from the cochlea of the inner ear. The protein GLAST (glutamate-aspartate transporter) has been labelled red

Inner ear hair cells, SEM
Inner ear hair cells. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of sensory hair cells from the organ of Corti, in the cochlea of a mammalian inner ear

Human ear anatomy, artwork
Human ear anatomy. Computer artwork of the structure of the human ear, showing the outer ear, middle ear and inner ear

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"Stereocilia: The Delicate Inner Ear Hairs Unveiled Through SEM" Delving into the intricate world of the inner ear, stereocilia emerge as fascinating structures responsible for our sense of hearing. These hair-like projections, captured in stunning detail through Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), play a crucial role in transmitting sound signals to our brain. Nestled within the organ of Corti, an essential part of the cochlea found deep within our inner ear, stereocilia form an elaborate network that converts mechanical vibrations into electrical impulses. This interior detail reveals their remarkable arrangement and organization, resembling tiny bristling forests. Much like a microscopic orchestra conductor, these delicate hairs orchestrate the symphony of sound perception. As sound waves travel through the fluid-filled cochlea, they cause these specialized cells to sway and bend gracefully. This movement triggers a cascade of biochemical events that ultimately send auditory information to our brain for interpretation. Intriguingly, this captivating SEM imagery not only unravels their structural beauty but also showcases their counterparts elsewhere in nature. A light micrograph comparison with epididymis cells highlights surprising similarities between these seemingly unrelated biological systems. Artistic renderings further emphasize the complexity and elegance inherent in this sensory marvel. An ampullary cupula artwork depicts how stereocilia interact with fluid dynamics within balance organs while providing us with spatial orientation cues. As we delve deeper into understanding how we perceive sound, SEM images continue to unravel more secrets about these extraordinary hair cells' structure and function. Each image - be it C014/4845 or C014/4852 - offers glimpses into different aspects of stereocilia's unique features and arrangements. Stereocilia truly epitomize nature's ingenuity by transforming vibrations into meaningful sounds that enrich our lives every day. Let us marvel at their intricacy and appreciate how they contribute to one of humanity's most cherished senses.