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Antibodies, artwork
Computer artwork of antibody molecules showing the structure of an immunoglobulin G (IgG) molecule. This is the most abundant immunoglobulin and is found in all body fluids. Each Y-shaped molecule has two arms (top) that can bind to specific antigens, for instance bacterial or viral proteins. In doing this they mark the antigen for destruction by phagocytes, white blood cells that ingest and destroy foreign bodies. Antibodies can also kill some pathogens directly, and can neutralise toxins
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Antibodies Antibody Computer Model Immune System Immunology Proteins Proteomics Computer Artwork Molecular Molecular Model Protein
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This print showcases the intricate beauty of antibody molecules, depicted through a mesmerizing computer artwork. At the heart of this image lies the structure of an immunoglobulin G (IgG) molecule, which stands as the most abundant immunoglobulin present in all body fluids. The Y-shaped form of each molecule reveals its remarkable ability to bind with precision to specific antigens such as bacterial or viral proteins. These antibodies play a crucial role in our immune system's defense mechanism. By attaching themselves to antigens, they effectively label them for destruction by phagocytes - white blood cells that possess the power to ingest and eliminate foreign substances within our bodies. However, their significance doesn't end there; antibodies also possess direct pathogen-killing capabilities and can neutralize toxins. Alfred Pasieka's artistic rendition not only highlights the scientific intricacies but also accentuates the aesthetic appeal found within molecular structures. This visually striking representation serves as a reminder of how science and art intertwine seamlessly, offering us glimpses into nature's wonders at both macroscopic and microscopic levels. Through this photograph, we are invited to marvel at the elegance and complexity that underlies our immune system's functioning - a testament to humanity's ongoing exploration of proteomics, molecular models, and immunology.
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