Staphylococcus aureus dividing, TEM
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Staphylococcus aureus dividing, TEM
Staphylococcus aureus bacteria dividing, coloured transmission electron micrograph. Atlower left is a single bacterium, the bacterium atupper centre is starting to divide, and at lowerright a new cell wall has divided the bacteriuminto two, which will then separate. This bacteriumis a normal part of the skin and mucous membraneflora in humans, although it can cause foodpoisoning in some cases, and can also infectwounds and even cause potentially fatal diseasessuch as meningitis, pneumonia and septicaemia.Infections can usually be treated withantibiotics, although some strains, such asmethicillin-resistant S. aureus (MRSA) areresistant to many antibiotics
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This print showcases the intricate process of Staphylococcus aureus bacteria dividing, as captured by a coloured transmission electron micrograph. In this image, we witness a trio of stages in the division: at the lower left corner, a single bacterium stands alone; at the upper center, another bacterium initiates its division; and at the lower right corner, a new cell wall has successfully divided the bacterium into two separate entities. While Staphylococcus aureus is typically considered a normal part of human skin and mucous membrane flora, it can also pose serious health risks. This versatile bacterium has been known to cause food poisoning and infect wounds. Moreover, it has been associated with potentially fatal diseases such as meningitis, pneumonia, and septicaemia. Fortunately, most infections caused by Staphylococcus aureus can be effectively treated with antibiotics. However, there are strains like methicillin-resistant S. aureus (MRSA) that have developed resistance to many antibiotics. These superbugs present significant challenges in healthcare settings where they can lead to hospital-acquired infections. In this mesmerizing image taken through a transmission electron microscope (TEM), we gain an up-close view of these tiny microbes replicating and multiplying within our bodies. The false-coloured magnified image offers valuable insights into microbiology and bacteriology research while reminding us of both their potential harm and our ongoing battle against them in medical science.
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