Toxin Collection (#3)

E. coli bacteria, SEM C016 / 9127
E. coli bacteria. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of Escherichia coli bacteria (green) attached to the remains of a dead cell. E

Potato fruit C016 / 8783
Occasionally the flowers on a potato plant produce a fruit which resembles a cherry tomato. The fruit contains up to 300 seeds which can be used commercially to produce new cultivars

Ricin molecule, artwork C017 / 3656
Ricin molecule. Computer artwork showing the structure of a molecule of the toxic protein ricin. Ricin comprises two entwined amino acid chains; A (yellow) and B (blue)

Ricin molecule, artwork C017 / 3655
Ricin molecule. Computer artwork showing the structure of a molecule of the toxic protein ricin. Ricin comprises two entwined amino acid chains; A (yellow) and B (blue)

Ricin molecule, artwork C017 / 3648
Ricin molecule Computer artwork showing the structure of a molecule of the toxic protein ricin (blue and yellow) with an active ribosome in the background

Anthrax lethal factor molecule
Anthrax lethal factor, molecular model. This enzyme is one of three protein components that form the anthrax toxin produced by the bacterium Bacillus anthracis

Bacterial alpha-hemolysin toxin C015 / 7067
Bacterial alpha-hemolysin toxin, molecular model. This toxin is secreted by the bacterium Staphylococcus aureus. It is an example of a pore-forming toxin

Cholera virulence regulator protein C015 / 6727
Cholera virulence regulator protein, molecular model. This protein is AphB, a virulence gene activator from the Vibrio cholerae bacterium

Cholera virulence regulator protein C015 / 6726
Cholera virulence regulator protein, molecular model. This protein is AphB, a virulence gene activator from the Vibrio cholerae bacterium

Cholera cytolysin cell toxin C015 / 6228
Cholera cytolysin cell toxin, molecular model. This is the Vibrio cholerae cytolysin (VCC) toxin from the bacterium that causes cholera

Cholera cytolysin cell toxin C015 / 6229
Cholera cytolysin cell toxin, molecular model. This is the Vibrio cholerae cytolysin (VCC) toxin from the bacterium that causes cholera

Scorpion toxin bound to antibody C015 / 5158
Scorpion toxin bound to antibody, molecular model. The toxin is Cn2 from a Centruroides noxius scorpion. The antibodies are human single-chain antibody fragments (scFv) called 9004G

Scorpion toxin bound to antibody C015 / 5157
Scorpion toxin bound to antibody, molecular model. The toxin is Cn2 from a Centruroides noxius scorpion. The antibodies are human single-chain antibody fragments (scFv) called 9004G

Toxic medication, conceptual artwork C016 / 4664
Toxic medication, conceptual computer artwork

Toxic medication, conceptual artwork C016 / 4663
Toxic medication, conceptual computer artwork

Lead paint C016 / 4472
Lead paint. Close-up photograph of a window sill showing old layers of paint that contain lead. Lead pigments were a common ingredient in white, yellow, red and orange paints

Lead paint C016 / 4473
Lead paint. Close-up photograph of a window sill showing old layers of paint that contain lead. Lead pigments were a common ingredient in white, yellow, red and orange paints

MDF and chipboard C016 / 4468
MDF and chipboard. Stack of MDF (medium density fibreboard) and chipboard wood. MDF is made from broken down wood fibres that are reformed into panels along with resins that bind the fibres together

E. coli induced cell death, SEM C016 / 3078
E. coli induced cell death. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a macrophage white blood cell (centre) that is being destroyed by toxins released by Escherichia coli (E)

E. coli induced cell death, SEM C016 / 3077
E. coli induced cell death. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a macrophage white blood cell (centre) that is being destroyed by toxins released by Escherichia coli (E)

Pore protein from staphylococcus aureus C013 / 9380
Structure of staphylococcal alpha-hemolysin, a heptameric transmembrane pore. Computer artwork of the ribbon structure of the pore forming-toxin from the bacteria Staphylococcus aureus

Pore protein from staphylococcus aureus C013 / 9378
Structure of staphylococcal alpha-hemolysin, a heptameric transmembrane pore. Computer artwork of the ribbon structure of the pore forming-toxin from the bacteria Staphylococcus aureus

Pore protein from staphylococcus aureus C013 / 9379
Structure of staphylococcal alpha-hemolysin, a heptameric transmembrane pore. Computer artwork of the ribbon structure of the pore forming-toxin from the bacteria Staphylococcus aureus

Pore protein from staphylococcus aureus C013 / 9377
Structure of staphylococcal alpha-hemolysin, a heptameric transmembrane pore. Computer artwork of the ribbon structure of the pore forming-toxin from the bacteria Staphylococcus aureus

Escherichia coli heat-labile enterotoxin C013 / 7180
Escherichia coli heat-labile enterotoxin, molecular model showing secondary structure. This is one of several proteins produced by pathogenic E. coli bacteria in the intestines

Clostridium botulinum toxin fragment C013 / 7173
Clostridium botulinum toxin fragment, molecular model showing secondary structure. This binding domain fragment (BBHc), a hydrolase, is from botulinum neurotoxin type B

EHEC E. coli bacteria, artwork C013 / 4621
EHEC E. coli bacteria. Computer artwork of a enterohaemorrhagic Escherichia coli (EHEC) bacteria in the human gut. E. coli bacteria are a normal part of the intestinal flora in humans

Flat backed millipede C013 / 4977
Flat backed millipede, Borneo, Malaysia

Black Saddle Toby (Canthigaster valentini) off of North Stradbroke Island. Queensland. Australia

Nomadic jellyfish (Rhopilema nomadica) near the waters surface. It has a powerful sting that is painful but not fatal to humans

Portuguese man-of-war (Physalia physalis) at the waters surface. This organism is a colony composed of many specialised polyps, groups of which form its structures

Fire coral (Millepora sp.). This organism is not a true coral, but instead a colonial hydrozoan that is closely related to jellyfish

Malaysian forest scorpion (Heterometrus spinifer). This burrowing scorpion is native to the rain forests of Malaysia. It is mainly nocturnal, feeding on spiders and insects

Cone shell harpoon, SEM
Cone shell harpoon. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the venomous harpoon of a cone shell (Conus sp.), a type of marine snail

Heavybeak parrotfish or steephead parrotfish (Chlorurus gibbus). This tropical fish inhabits reefs and shallow waters in the Red Sea

Muscarine molecule
Muscarine, molecular model. This toxic compound is present in a number of mushrooms. Atoms are represented as spheres and are colour-coded: carbon (grey), hydrogen (white)

Coriamyrtin toxin molecule
Coriamyrtin, molecular model. This toxin is found in high concentrations in the berries of the plant Coriaria myrtifolia. Atoms are represented as spheres and rods and are colour-coded

Shiga-like toxin I subunit molecule
Shiga-like toxin. Molecular model of the binding (B) subunit of Shiga-like toxin I. This toxin is produced by Escherichia coli bacteria

Cone shell researcher
Cone shell research. Researcher Barbara Furie holding a tank of cone shells (Conus sp.), venomous marine snails. The proteins (conotoxins)

Testosterone hormone, molecular model
Testosterone hormone. Molecular model of the structure of the male sex hormone testosterone. Shown as a map of electrostatic potential

Dioxin molecule
Dioxin, molecular model. Atoms are represented as spheres and are colour-coded: carbon (grey), hydrogen (blue), oxygen (red) and chlorine (green)

Tuberculosis resistance to some drugs
Conceptual computer illustration showing the virtual brick wall resistance of Tuberculosis (TB) to drugs. Drug resistance is the reduction in effectiveness of a drug such as an antimicrobial or an

Red lionfish (Pterois volitans). Lionfish are highly venomous. Their long dorsal spines are laced with a dangerous toxin and are normally used for defence. Photographed in the Red Sea

Cholera toxin, artwork
Cholera toxin, molecular structure. Cholera is an infectious intestinal disease caused by this toxin produced by the Gram-negative bacterium Vibrio cholerae

Palytoxin molecule. Computer model of the soft coral toxin, palytoxin. Atoms are represented as spheres and are colour-coded; carbon (grey), hydrogen (white), nitrogen (blue) and oxygen (red)

Chemical weapons disposal. View of part of a plant built to dispose of organophosphate nerve gas. Nerve gases of this kind were known as the V-series, the most famous being VX

E. coli bacterium, artwork
Computer artwork of the inner structure of a e. coli bacterium. Shown are the pili and capsule (yellow), the membrane (green). the ribosome (light blue) and the DNA (blue). E

E. coli EHEC bacteria, computer artwork
Computer artwork of a enterohaemorrhagic E. coli (EHEC), a dangerous form of the normally harmless E. coli bacteria which live in the human intestine

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"Toxin: Unveiling the Dark Side of Nature's Chemistry" Aflatoxin, a silent threat lurking in our food, reveals its molecular model with intricate bonds and structures. In an artistic portrayal, Cholera bacteria showcases its deadly potential through vibrant artwork that captures the essence of this dangerous pathogen. The menacing Cholera toxin takes center stage as its molecular model unravels the secrets behind its ability to wreak havoc on human cells. Shiga toxin from E. Coli emerges as a sinister force, reminding us of the dangers posed by certain strains of this common bacterium. Hidden within the enchanting May apple, mandrake or wild lemon (Podophyllum peltatum), lies a potent toxin that serves as nature's defense mechanism against unsuspecting predators. The Penny bun or porcini mushroom (Boletus edulis) and its toxic counterpart, Suillellus luridus (Boletus perniciosus), stand side by side in their deceptive beauty – a reminder that not all mushrooms are safe for consumption. Ouida's litho artwork aptly titled "Toxin" portrays an eerie yet captivating representation of unseen dangers lurking beneath seemingly innocent surfaces. From the depths of rainforests to hidden corners in our homes, Pinktoe tarantulas and trapdoor spider nests serve as reminders that even arachnids possess venomous toxins for survival and defense. Strophanthus gratus unveils its lethal secret through delicate petals and thorny defenses – showcasing how plants can harness toxins to protect themselves from threats in their environment. The Poison arrow plant (Acokanthera oppositifolia) stands tall with vibrant blooms while concealing toxic compounds used historically by indigenous tribes for hunting purposes – illustrating nature's dual role as both healer and destroyer.