Adhesion Collection

Desmosome cell junction, artwork
Desmosome cell junction. Computer artwork showing the structure of an adhesion junction, or desmosome. Desmosomes form the most common type of junction between epithelial cells

Spherical water droplets on leaf surface with high contact angle

Illustration of adhesions, thick and fibrous bands
Medicine: Human anatomy, adhesions, thick and fibrous bands

Cluster fly foot, SEM
Cluster fly foot. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a pulvillus on the foot of a cluster fly (Pollenia vespillo). A pulvillus is a rounded pad used to walk on smooth surfaces

Embryonic smooth muscle cell C018 / 8595
Embryonic smooth muscle cell, immunofluorescence micrograph. Actin filaments are green, the protein vinculin is light blue. Actin is part of the cytoskeleton

Bladder adhesions. Gross specimen of a urinary bladder with adhesions (string-like) across its inner surface. Adhesions are growths of fibrous (scar)

Migrating cell, illustration C018 / 0754
Migrating cell. Time-lapse illustration of a migrating cell, using outlines to show the previous cell boundaries. Cell migration is key to metastasis (spread) and the progression of cancer

Yellow dung flys foot, SEM
Yellow dung fly (Scatophaga stercoraria) foot, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). The two claws (pale brown) are used to grip rough surfaces

Pulvilli on a flys foot, SEM
Flys foot. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of pulvilli (tubular hairs) on the base of the foot of a fly (order Diptera)

Beetle foot, SEM
Beetle foot. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the surface of the foot of a common pollen beetle (Meligethes aeneus). These modified foot hairs provide adhesion

Water droplets and engine oil

Mixture of two-stroke oil and plain water
A mixture of two stroke oil (blue) and plain water (white droplets)

Droplet of water in oil
Variation in the molecular properties of different liquids, illustrated by a background of white olive oil and a mixture of dyed and undyed water droplets

Molecular properties of different liquids
A mixture of two stroke oil (blue) and plain water (white droplets)

Swirling oils show molecular properties
Swirl of oils showing the variation in the molecular properties of two liquids: olive oil (colourless) and two stroke oil (blue)

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"Exploring the Fascinating World of Adhesion: From Water Droplets to Cell Junctions" Spherical water droplets on leaf surface with high contact angle: Nature's way of showcasing adhesion in action, as water forms beautiful beads on a leaf. Illustration of adhesions, thick and fibrous bands: Visualizing the intricate network of adhesive bonds that hold tissues together, like strong ropes connecting different parts. Cluster fly foot, SEM: Zooming in on a cluster fly's foot reveals tiny structures designed for maximum grip and adhesion to surfaces. Embryonic smooth muscle cell C018 / 8595: Witnessing the early stages of life through microscopic images, where cells begin forming connections essential for development and function. Bladder adhesions: Shedding light on a medical condition where abnormal tissue attachments cause discomfort and complications within the bladder. Migrating cell, illustration C018 / 0754: Journeying into the world of cellular movement, witnessing how cells adhere and migrate during crucial processes like wound healing or embryogenesis. Yellow dung fly's foot, SEM: Delving into nature's engineering marvels as we explore the specialized feet of yellow dung flies equipped with adhesive structures for walking upside down effortlessly. Pulvilli on a fly's foot, SEM (Scanning Electron Microscope): Unveiling the incredible adaptations found in insects' feet - pulvilli act like sticky pads enabling them to cling onto various surfaces with ease. Beetle foot, SEM (Scanning Electron Microscope): Examining beetles' remarkable ability to navigate their environment using specially evolved adhesive pads on their feet. Desmosome cell junction artwork: Appreciating art inspired by science as we admire an artistic representation capturing desmosomes – critical intercellular junctions ensuring strong adhesion between neighboring cells. In this captivating journey, we explore the diverse aspects.