Images Dated 17th July 2007

Influenza virus, computer artwork

Influenza virus. Computer artwork of an influenza (flu) virus. The virus consists of a core of RNA (ribonucleic acid) genetic material surrounded by a protein coat. Embedded in the coat are surface proteins. There are two types of surface protein, haemagglutinin and neuraminidase, and each exist in several subtypes. Both surface proteins are associated with the pathogenicity of the virus. Haemagglutinin binds to host cells, allowing the virus to enter them and replicate. Neuraminidase allows the new particles to exit the host after replication

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Dancers perform during a carnival known as La Virgen de la Tirana, 1850 km north of

Dancers perform during a carnival known as La Virgen de la Tirana (Virgin of Tirana), 1850 km (1150 miles) north of Santiago July 16, 2007. REUTERS/Cristobal Saavedra (CHILE) - GM1DVSJBUPAA

HELL: SEVEN DEADLY SINS. The Gluttonous are forcefed on toads, rats, and snakes

HELL: SEVEN DEADLY SINS.
The Gluttonous are forcefed on toads, rats, and snakes as infernal punishment for one of the Seven Deadly Sins. Woodcut from Le grant kalendrier et compost des Bergiers, Troyes, France, 1496

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