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Skate research. Skate (Raja erinacea) eye being studied under a microscope at the Woods Hole Marine Biology Laboratory (MBL) in Massachusetts, USA. The skate has eyes unlike those of any other vertebrate, in that its retinas (the light sensitive membrane at the back of the eyeball) contain only rod cells. These are the light- sensitive cells that detect low light levels. All other vertebrates have both rods and colour- detecting cone cells in their retinas. Studying rods in isolation provides information on light/dark adaptation, and could lead to new ways of treating adaptation disorders such as night blindness and retinitis pigmentosa
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Media ID 6401017
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Biological Research Cartilaginous Experimentation Eyes Marine Biology Laboratory Microscope Microscopy Optical Optics Retina Rods Scientific Specimen Us A Woods Hole Skate
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This print captures a fascinating moment of skate research at the Woods Hole Marine Biology Laboratory in Massachusetts, USA. Under the powerful lens of a microscope, a Skate's (Raja erinacea) eye is being meticulously studied by dedicated scientists. What makes this creature truly unique is its unconventional visual system. Unlike any other vertebrate, the retina of a skate contains only rod cells – specialized light-sensitive cells that excel at detecting low light levels. By isolating and studying these rods, researchers hope to unravel valuable insights into light/dark adaptation processes. The implications of this study extend far beyond understanding marine biology alone. This groundbreaking research holds promise for developing innovative treatments for various adaptation disorders such as night blindness and retinitis pigmentosa that affect human vision. By delving deep into the intricacies of how rod cells function independently in skates' eyes, scientists aim to unlock new avenues for therapeutic interventions. This mesmerizing image serves as a testament to the power of scientific exploration and experimentation. It showcases both the beauty and complexity found within nature's creations while highlighting our relentless pursuit to uncover knowledge that can improve lives worldwide. With every detail illuminated under the microscope's optical precision, this photograph from Science Photo Library encapsulates the essence of biological research at its finest – pushing boundaries and shedding light on mysteries yet unraveled.
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