Contracting Collection

Oscillating universe theory, artwork. Also called cyclic models, these theories of the origin and nature of the universe postulate that following the Big Bang there is enough mass to reverse

Advertising (b / w photo)
6008248 Advertising (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertising. Illustration for Harmsworths Business Encyclopedia and Commercial Educator)

Jenner Vaccinating Boy Date: 1915

WW2 Poster -- Your Release can be delayed with VD
Your Release can be delayed with VD! Colour lithograph, British Army anti-venereal disease medical information poster, after 2nd Lieutenant Stacey Hopper

Human arm showing structure of muscles, triceps contracted to straighten arm

Illustration of sunrise with mist covering fields and road due to cool of night air making water condense warm morning air

Illustration of muscle contraction

Illustration of muscle contraction (with labels)

HafenCity with the construction site of the Elbe Philharmonic Hall, Hamburg, Germany, Europe

Steel pillars in the water in front of construction cranes in the new development area of HafenCity, Hamburg, Germany, Europe

Making A Wheel
September 1911: A man shrinking a tyre onto the wheel using water to cool it at the London and North Western Railway carriage works. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Woolsorters. These workers, who were employed by a woolstapler, sorted the wool from various areas of the fleeces into separate batches

Muscle contraction proteins. Molecular model of muscle protein motor cross-bridges during contraction in muscle. The cross-bridge is seen from the side, with contraction taking place horizontally

Elbow flexion, artwork C016 / 6790
Elbow flexion. Artwork of the muscles of the arm from the front, with red arrows showing the direction of movement when flexing (bending) the elbow

Elbow flexion, artwork C016 / 6789
Elbow flexion. Artwork of the muscles of the arm from the front, with red arrows showing the direction of movement when flexing (bending) the elbow

Colonic spasm, X-ray
Colonic spasm. Double contrast coloured X-ray of a spasm in the large intestine (colon). The spasm is the narrowed area at left. This could be caused by irritable bowel syndrome

Big Bang vs Big Bounce, artwork
Big Bounce vs Big Bang. Computer artwork comparing the Big Bang theory (bottom) with the Big Bounce theory (top) of the formation of the known universe

Big Bounce cyclic double universe, conceptual image. Computer artwork representing the presence of a cyclic double universe as proposed by the Big Bounce theory of the formation of the known

Contracted artery, TEM
Contracted elastic artery. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through an artery. Red blood cells (erythrocytes) are seen in the lumen (top centre)

Bladder expansion, artwork
Bladder expansion. Sequential artwork showing the external structure of an expanding bladder. Successive shades of lighter pink show the bladder expanding greatly in volume from its resting state

Muscle contraction, artwork
Muscle contraction. Artwork showing the mechanism for muscle contraction in skeletal and cardiac muscle. At top right troponin (T, C, I) is bound to tropomyosin (red)

Neuromuscular junctions, artwork
Neuromuscular junctions. Computer artwork of junctions between nerves (thread-like objects) and a muscle (purple surface)

Staites patent electric light apparatus
Engraving of Edward Staites patent electric light apparatus, exhibited at the Hanover Square Rooms, London in 1848. The light used a weight-driven mechanism

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"Contracting: From the Oscillating Universe Theory to Muscle Contraction and Beyond" Exploring the depths of the universe, the Oscillating Universe Theory suggests a contracting and expanding cosmos, captivating our imagination like an intricate artwork. Witnessing the power within our bodies, muscle contraction is a mesmerizing artwork in itself, showcasing strength and resilience. In times of war, a powerful WW2 poster reminds us that even freedom can be delayed by venereal diseases - a stark reminder of consequences amidst chaos. Vintage advertising captures timeless moments with black and white photos that contract time itself, transporting us back to simpler days. Jenner's iconic 1915 image depicts hope as he vaccinates a young boy against smallpox - an act disease prevention for future generations. The human arm reveals its complexity through muscles; triceps contracted to straighten it or biceps contracted to bend it - an anatomical masterpiece in motion. As muscles relax and stretch, we witness their dynamic nature; triceps elongate while biceps remain fully contracted, allowing our arms to bend effortlessly. Like morning mist embracing fields at sunrise due to condensing cool air meeting warm currents, contracts between elements create breathtaking natural phenomena. Delving deeper into physiology, illustrations unveil the intricacies of muscle contraction - a symphony orchestrated by nerve impulses and cellular interactions. With detailed labels guiding our exploration into muscle contraction illustrations, we unravel the secrets behind this fundamental biological process. Amidst Hamburg's HafenCity construction site lies Elbe Philharmonic Hall – an architectural marvel born from countless contracts shaping dreams into reality. In various realms – from cosmology theories to anatomy studies – "contracting" unveils hidden wonders that shape our world in profound ways.