Tubercle Collection

An Aeolid nudibranch on an orange sponge, Papua New Guinea
An Aeolid nudibranch (Caloria indica) on an orange sponge, Fathers reef, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Anterior view of human pelvis, with labels

This Humpback whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) has two circular bite marks the may be attributed to a cookie cutter shark, Isistius brasiliensis, found in Hawaii waters

Two humpback whales surfacing the water of the Southern Ocean off of Antarctica
Close-up portrait of two humpback whales (Megaptera novaeangliae) surfacing and splashing in the water of the Southern Ocean off of Antarctica; Southern Ocean, Antarctica

Anatomy of human pelvic bone

Art of pulmonary tuberculosis with lung cavities
Pulmonary tuberculosis. Illustration of a human lung diseased with pulmonary tuberculosis. At centre right is the affected lung seen sectioned through; at left is the heart with its associated blood

KOCH, Robert (Clausthal, near Hanover, 1843-Baden-Baden, 1910). German doctor. In 1882 discovered the bacillus of tuberculosis, known as Kochs bacillus and tuberculin. Nobel Prize in Medicine in 1905

John Baron
JOHN BARON (1786 - 1851) Physician of Gloucester, friend of Jenner, author of writings on the tubercle, his speciality Date: circa 1840

Beautiful nudibranch on coral, Papua New Guinea

Pygmy seahorse on sea fan, Lembeh Strait, Indonesia
Pygmy seahorse (Hippocampus bargibanti), red variety, on sea fan, Lembeh Strait, Indonesia

Nudibranch with orange emperor shrimp, Bali, Indonesia
Mexichromis multitubeculata sea slug nudibranch with orange emperor shrimp, Bali, Indonesia

Hypselodoris bullockii nudibranch on coral, Solomon Islands
Bullocks hypselodoris (Hypselodoris bullockii) on coral, Solomon Islands

A beautiful nudibranch feeds on algae, Fiji

Lochs chromodoris nudibranch amongst coral. Solomons
Lochs chromodoris (Chromodoris lochi) amongst coral, depth 12 metres, Florida Islands, Solomons

An opisthobranch on volcanic sand, Papua New Guinea
A blue and white opisthobranch on volcanic sand, Papua New Guinea

Phyllidia coelestis nudibranch on blue background, Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

Phyllidia coelestis nudibranch, Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

A flabellina nudibranch amongst coral
A flabellina nudibranch (Flabellina exoptata) amongst coral at a depth of 10 metres, Florida Islands, Solomons

A Phyllidiella pustulosa nudibrnch grazes on coral encrusted by algae, Fiji

A toxic nudibranch crawls slowly across a reef
A toxic nudibranch (Phyllidia varicosa) crawls slowly across a reef in Indonesia

Halgerda batangas nudibranch, North Sulawesi, Indonesia
Halgerda batangas sea slug nudibranch, Lembeh Strait, Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Phyllidia ocellata nudibranch, Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

Detailed view of a beautiful nudibranch reflection captured on a mirror

A pair of Pygmy seahorse on sea fan, Lembeh Strait, Indonesia
A pair of Pygmy seahorse (Hippocampus bargibanti), side by side, red variety, on sea fan, Lembeh Strait, Indonesia

Nudibranch feeding on the reef, Fiji

A brightly colored nudibranch feeds on algae, Fiji

Anterior view of human pelvis

Three dimensional view of human pelvic bones

Cross section illustration of human pelvis anatomy and male bladder

Schematic showing hip and leg motion

Anatomy of pelvic bone on female body

A bright orange and white Phyllidia varicosa nudibranch, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Schematic of female organs in a funnel

Nudibranch on coral, Papua New Guinea
Nudibranch (Phyllidia ocellata) on coral, volcano crater, Witu Islands, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Pair of pregnant yellow bargibanti pygmy seahorse, Lembeh Strait, Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Common Minnow (Phoxinus phoxinus) adult male, in breeding colours, close-up of head with tubercles, River Witham, Lincolnshire, England, April

Hip bones and thigh muscles, artwork C016 / 7016
Hip bones and thigh muscles, artwork

Skin lesions. Artwork from Robert Willans 1808 medical textbook, On Cutaneous Diseases, showing 16 different kinds of disorders affecting the skin

Liver tuberculosis, light micrograph
Liver tuberculosis. Coloured light micrograph of a section through the liver of a patient with miliary tuberculosis (TB). A tubercle, a nodular lesion of infected dead tissue, is seen at left

Miliary tuberculosis, light micrograph
Miliary tuberculosis. Light micrograph of a section through a single miliary tubercle (left) in a patients lung. Tubercles are nodular lesions of infected dead tissue that arise from tuberculosis (TB)

Caterpillar skin, light micrograph. This section of part of the skin shows two half segments. The skin is covered in small hairs or setae (black), and brown structures called tubercles and verrucae

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Tubercle, a term with diverse connotations, encompasses various fascinating aspects of the natural world. From the vibrant coral reefs of Papua New Guinea to the icy waters off Antarctica, tubercles manifest in intriguing forms and contexts. In the depths of Papua New Guinea's marine paradise, an Aeolid nudibranch delicately perches on an orange sponge. Its slender body adorned with tiny protuberances known as tubercles, this mesmerizing creature captivates observers with its intricate beauty. The legacy of Robert KOCH looms large when discussing tubercles. This renowned scientist made groundbreaking discoveries about tuberculosis, shedding light on its devastating effects and paving the way for future medical advancements. Meanwhile, John Baron's meticulous observations have revealed another facet of tubercles - their presence in human anatomy. An anterior view of a human pelvis showcases these bony projections that serve as crucial attachment points for muscles and ligaments. Venturing into Hawaiian waters reveals yet another tale involving tubercles: circular bite marks adorning a Humpback whale's head may be attributed to cookie cutter sharks. These peculiar knobs atop their heads also reveal fine hairs, adding to their mystique against Hawaii's picturesque backdrop. Further south in Antarctica's Southern Ocean lies a breathtaking scene where two humpback whales gracefully breach the water surface. As they emerge from below, one cannot help but wonder if these majestic creatures bear any hidden secrets within their prominent tubercles. Returning to more terrestrial realms brings us face-to-face with pulmonary tuberculosis artistry depicted by skilled artists who strive to raise awareness about this debilitating disease. The haunting image portrays lung cavities caused by tuberculosis infection – a stark reminder of humanity’s ongoing battle against this ancient scourge. Yet amidst all these scientific marvels lie moments of sheer aesthetic pleasure found among nudibranchs residing near Bali’s shores or Fiji’s vibrant reefs.