Cell Membrane Collection

Cell membrane, artwork C013 / 7467
Computer artwork of a cutaway view of the human cell membrane. The cell Membrane is a complex part of the cell that controls what can get in and out of the cell

Animal cell structure. Artwork of a section through an animal cell. At lower centre is the nucleus, which contains the cells genetic information in the form of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid)

Microscopic view of animal cell

Animal cell anatomy, diagram
Animal cell anatomy. Diagram showing the internal and external anatomy of an animal cell

Cell membrane lipid bilayer, artwork F007 / 1477
Phospholipid bilayer. Computer artwork of the phospholipid bilayer that forms the membrane around all living cells. The cell membrane is made of phospholipid molecules

MscL ion channel protein structure. Molecular model showing the protein structure of a Mechanosensitive Channel of Large Conductance (MscL) from a Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacterium

Mitochondria, SEM
Mitochondria. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of mitochondria (red) in a kidney cell. Mitochondria are a type of organelle found in the cytoplasm of eukaryotic cells

Microscopic view of cell

Conceptual image of cell surface receptors. Cell surface receptors are specialized integral membrane proteins that take part in communication between the cell and the outside world

Conceptual image of Radiolarians with a skeletal frame. Radiolarians are tiny protozoans that live in the ocean

Microscopic view of phospholipids. Phospholipids are a major component of all cell membranes as they can form lipid bilayers

Electron micrograph of negative-stained Prochlorococcus. A cyanophage is a virus that infects cyanobacteria

Conceptual image of a plant cell and its components

Conceptual image of mitosis. Mitosis is the process in the cell cycle by which a cell duplicates into two genetically identical sets of chromosomes

Structure of HIV

Conceptual image of the coronavirus. Coronaviruses primarily infect the upper respiratory and gastrointestinal tract

Conceptual image of endoplasmic reticulum around a cell nucleus. Endoplasmic reticulum is an organelle that forms a continuous membrane system of flattened sacs within the cytoplasm of a eukaryotic

Conceptual image of GABA receptors. The GABA receptors are a class of receptors that respond to the neurotransmitter gamma-aminobutyric acid

Microscopic view of cell and virus

Comparative illustration of plant and animal cell anatomy (with labels)

Microscopic view of cell division

Microscopic view of animal cell nucleus

Artistic rendering of the surface of a human dendritic cell illustrating the unexpected discovery of sheet-like processes that fold back onto the membrane surface

Illustration of action potential of a nerve cell

Surface of HIV infected microphage
3D representation of the surface and interior of an HIV-infected macrophage obtained using newly developed tools for 3D imaging using ion-abrasion scanning electron microscopy

Human cell structure showing cytoplasm, cell membrane, nucleus, mitochondrion

Potassium ion channel protein structure. Molecular model of a KcsA potassium ion (K+) channel from Streptomyces lividans bacteria

Potassium ion channel beta subunit. Molecular model showing the structure a beta subunit of a voltage-dependent potassium (K+) channel

KCNQ ion channel protein structure. Molecular model showing the protein structure of an ion channel domain. Ion channels are membrane-spanning proteins that form a pathway for the movement of

Potassium ion channel cavity structure. Molecular model showing the structure of a cavity formed by potassium ion channel proteins

Cell membrane lipid bilayer, artwork F007 / 1479
Phospholipid bilayer. Computer artwork of the phospholipid bilayer that forms the membrane around all living cells. The cell membrane is made of phospholipid molecules

Cell membrane lipid bilayer, artwork F007 / 1480
Phospholipid bilayer. Computer artwork of the phospholipid bilayer that forms the membrane around all living cells. The cell membrane is made of phospholipid molecules

Cell membrane lipid bilayer, artwork F007 / 1478
Phospholipid bilayer. Computer artwork of the phospholipid bilayer that forms the membrane around all living cells. The cell membrane is made of phospholipid molecules

Cell membrane lipid bilayer, artwork F007 / 1475
Phospholipid bilayer. Computer artwork of the phospholipid bilayer that forms the membrane around all living cells. The cell membrane is made of phospholipid molecules

Cell membrane lipid bilayer, artwork F007 / 1474
Phospholipid bilayer. Computer artwork of the phospholipid bilayer that forms the membrane around all living cells. The cell membrane is made of phospholipid molecules

Cell membrane lipid bilayer, artwork F007 / 1473
Phospholipid bilayer. Computer artwork of the phospholipid bilayer that forms the membrane around all living cells. The cell membrane is made of phospholipid molecules

Palmitoyloleoyl PE lipid bilayer F006 / 9780
Palmitoyloleoyl PE (POPE) lipid bilayer, computer simulation. This is a model of the phospholipid bilayer of the inner bacterial membrane

Sugar uptake in muscles, diagram
Sugar uptake in muscles. Diagram showing sugar from a drink (upper right) being taken up by the muscles of the human body

Cell membrane, artwork C018 / 7905
Cell membrane. Computer artwork of a section though a cell membrane. This is a semi-permeable membrane that controls what substances leave and enter the cell

Phospholipids in a membrane, artwork
Phospholipids in a membrane. Computer artwork showing a row of phospholipid molecules in a cell membrane. Phospholipids consist of a phosphate group head (top)

Phospholipid molecule, artwork
Phospholipid molecule. Computer artwork showing the structure of a phospholipid molecule. Phospholipids consist of a phosphate group head (top) and a fatty acid hydrophobic ( water-hating ) tail

Animal cell, illustration C018 / 0734
Animal cell. Illustration showing the organelles present in an animal cell. At lower centre is the nucleus, which contains the cells genetic information in the form of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid)

Coagulation factor complex molecule C014 / 0409
Coagulation factor complex molecule. Molecular model showing the interaction between coagulation factor VIII (FVIII, pink, blue and yellow), factor IXa (FIXa)

Coagulation factor complex molecule C014 / 0410
Coagulation factor complex molecule. Molecular model showing the interaction between coagulation factor VIII (FVIII, pink, blue and yellow), factor IXa (FIXa)

MscS ion channel protein structure. Molecular model showing the protein structure of a Mechanosensitive Channel of Small Conductance (MscS) from an Escherichia coli bacterium

Influenza proton pump, molecular model
Influenza proton pump. Molecular model showing the protein structure of a proton pump from an influenza virus. Proton pumps are membrane proteins that move protons across a cell membrane

Potassium ion channel. Computer artwork of a KcsA potassium ion (K+) channel (ribbons) embedded in a phospholipid (spheres) cell membrane (horizontal, centre)

Voltage-gated potassium channel. Computer model showing the molecular structure of a voltage-gated potassium (Kv) ion channel

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The cell membrane, also known as the plasma membrane, is a fascinating structure that plays a crucial role in maintaining the integrity and functionality of cells. This intricate artwork (C013 / 7467) beautifully captures its complexity. One important aspect of the cell membrane is its ability to interact with various molecules and substances. The artwork depicting cannabinoid receptor binding highlights this interaction, showcasing how these receptors bind to specific molecules within the membrane. Another captivating image shows AIDS viruses budding from a cell under a transmission electron microscope (TEM). This powerful visual reminds us of the devastating impact that certain viruses can have on our immune system, such as the simian immunodeficiency virus (SIV). While many cellular structures are enclosed by membranes, mitochondria stand out due to their unique characteristics. A scanning electron microscope (SEM) image showcases their distinctive shape and structure, reminding us of their vital role in energy production within cells. Understanding animal cell structure is essential for comprehending cellular functions. Microscopic views provide valuable insights into these complex structures and help scientists unravel their mysteries. Artwork F007 / 1477 depicts the lipid bilayer composition of the cell membrane. This conceptual representation emphasizes how lipids arrange themselves to form a barrier between the intracellular and extracellular environments. Proteins embedded within the cell membrane facilitate numerous processes by forming channels for ion transport. The MscL ion channel protein structure gives us an insight into one such protein's architecture responsible for regulating ion flow across membranes. Once again, SEM imaging allows us to appreciate mitochondria's beauty while highlighting their importance in cellular function – this time through another stunning depiction. Microscopic views offer glimpses into diverse aspects of cellular life – from overall morphology to intricate details like surface receptors or even radiolarians with skeletal frames captured conceptually - illustrating nature's incredible diversity at microscopic levels.