Cytoskeleton Collection

Budding yeast cell. Computer artwork of asection through a yeast ( Candida albicans )cell that is reproducing asexually. A daughtercell (top left) is budding from the parent cell

Nerve and glial cells, light micrograph
Nerve and glial cells, fluorescence light micrograph. These are neural stem cells that have differentiated into neurons (nerve cells, blue) and glial cells (support cells, red)

HeLa cells, light micrograph C017 / 8299
HeLa cells, multiphoton fluorescence micrograph (MFM). The cell nuclei, which contain the cells genetic information, are purple. Microtubules are blue and actin microfilaments are red

Cell structure. Confocal light micrograph of cultured endothelial cells. A fluorescent dye has been used to show the cell structure

HeLa cells, light micrograph C017 / 8298
HeLa cells, multiphoton fluorescence micrograph (MFM). The cell nuclei, which contain the cells genetic information, are blue. Golgi bodies, which modify and package proteins, are orange

Glial cells, confocal light micrograph
Glial cells. Confocal light micrograph of glial cells from the cerebellum of the brain. Glial cells are nervous system cells that provide structural support and protection for neurons (nerve cells)

Protozoa, a single-celled organism that feeds by scavenging for particles and other microorganisms, such as bacteria, or by absorbing nutrients from their environment

Microscopic view of animal cell

Microscopic view of cell

Conceptual image of Radiolarians with a skeletal frame. Radiolarians are tiny protozoans that live in the ocean

Conceptual image of a plant cell and its components

Multiphoton fluorescence image of HeLa cells with cytoskeletal microtubules (magenta) and DNA (cyan)

Conceptual image of cytoskeleton. The cytoskeleton is a cellular scaffolding or skeleton contained within a cells cytoplasm, and is present in all cells

The interior of an eukaryotic cell. This is the most common generic type of cell and its present in all mammals. In the center is the nucleus (the perforated sphere)

Microscopic view of a group of macrophages. Macrophages contribute to tumor growth and progression. Attracted to oxygen-starved (hypoxic) and necrotic tumor cells they promote chronic inflammation

Conceptual image of endoplasmic reticulum around a cell nucleus. Endoplasmic reticulum is an organelle that forms a continuous membrane system of flattened sacs within the cytoplasm of a eukaryotic

Microscopic view of cell and virus

Microscopic view of centrioles within a human cell
Microscopic view of barrel shaped structure of centrioles within a human cell. A centriole is a cylinder shaped cell structure found in most eukaryotic cells

Comparative illustration of plant and animal cell anatomy (with labels)

Microscopic view of animal cell nucleus

Directed differentiation of multipotential human neural progenitor cells
Human neural progenitor cells were isolated under selective culture conditions from the developing human brain and directed through lineage differentiation to GFAP + (glial fibrillary acid protein)

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

Beta-actin molecule F006 / 9358
Beta-actin. Molecular model of the cytoskeletal protein beta-actin bound to profilin. The cytoskeleton maintains the cells shape

Cytoskeleton in unicellular parasite, SEM C018 / 0518
Cytoskeleton in unicellular parasite, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). All cells have a support and transport network called the cytoskeleton

Animal cell, illustration C018 / 0734
Animal cell. Illustration showing the organelles present in an animal cell. At lower centre is the nucleus, which contains the cells genetic information in the form of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid)

Microtubule formation, illustration C018 / 0804
Microtubule formation, illustration. Microtubules are polymers of the protein tubulin and are a component of the cytoskeleton

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

Animal cell organelles, artwork
Animal cell organelles. Artwork showing the organelles in a eukaryotic cell. This is an animal cell. Structures include the nucleus (centre) which has a membrane with nuclear pores (purple)

Kinesin motor protein dimer C015 / 5921
Kinesin motor protein dimer, molecular model. Kinesin is a motor protein that moves along microtubule filaments in cells. It does so by forming a dimer, the heads of which walk along the microtubule

Kinesin motor protein dimer C015 / 5920
Kinesin motor protein dimer, molecular model. Kinesin is a motor protein that moves along microtubule filaments in cells. It does so by forming a dimer, the heads of which walk along the microtubule

Actin-based motility, SEM C017 / 8335
Actin-based motility. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of Shigella sp. bacteria (pink) infecting cells. Filaments of the protein actin, which is part of the cells cystoskeleton

Actin-based motility, SEM C017 / 8334
Actin-based motility. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of Shigella sp. bacteria (pink) infecting cells. Filaments of the protein actin, which is part of the cells cystoskeleton

Actin-based motility, light micrograph C017 / 8333
Actin-based motility. 3D model made from optical sections of Shigella sp. bacteria (pink) infecting cells. Filaments of the protein actin, which is part of the cells cystoskeleton

Intracellular transport, artwork C013 / 5001
Intracellular transport. Computer artwork of a vesicle (sphere) being transported along a microtubule (blue and green) by a kinesin motor protein (orange)

Intracellular transport, artwork C013 / 4997
Intracellular transport. Computer artwork of vesicles (spheres) being transported from a Golgi body (blue, left) around the cell by microtubules (string-like)

Intracellular transport, artwork C013 / 4995
Intracellular transport. Computer artwork of vesicles (spheres) being transported from a Golgi body (blue, top) around the cell by microtubules (string-like)

Mitosis, fluorescence micrograph
Mitosis. Fluorescence micrograph of a cell (centre) in anaphase during mitosis (nuclear division). During mitosis two daughter nuclei are formed from one parent nucleus

Cytokinesis. Fluorescent micrograph of an animal cell during cytokinesis (cell division). Cytokinesis occurs after nuclear division (mitosis), which produces two daughter nuclei

Abnormal mitosis
Mitosis. Fluorescence micrograph of a cell during abnormal anaphase of mitosis (nuclear division). During mitosis two daughter nuclei are formed from one parent nucleus

Cell division. Fluorescent micrograph of an animal cell during cytokinesis (cell division). Cytokinesis occurs after nuclear division (mitosis)

Dividing cell, light micrograph
Cell division. Fluorescent light micrograph of a cell that has divided by mitosis, the asexual replication of a cell into two new cells

Mitosis. Fluorescence micrograph of a cell during prometaphase of mitosis (nuclear division). During mitosis two daughter nuclei are formed from one parent nucleus

Fibroblast cells, light micrograph
Fibroblast cells. Confocal light micrograph of human fibroblast cells. The cell nuclei, which contain the cells genetic information, are red

Nerve cell growth. Fluorescent light micrograph of a PC12 cell following stimulation by nerve growth factor. The cell body contains the nucleus (green)

Ultraviolet fluorescence micrograph animal cell
Ultraviolet Fluorescence micrograph showing the microtubular network of an animal cell, made visible with fluorescent antibodies

Human epithelial cells. Fluorescent light micrograph of human epithelial cells in culture. The nuclei, which contain the cells genetic information DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid), have been dyed blue

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The cytoskeleton, a complex network of protein structures, plays a vital role in maintaining the shape and structure of cells. In budding yeast cells, it ensures proper cell division and growth. Nerve and glial cells rely on the cytoskeleton for their intricate connections, as seen in stunning light micrographs. Glial cells also exhibit their unique structure under confocal light microscopy. HeLa cells, another type of human cell line, reveal the intricate web-like nature of the cytoskeleton when observed through a light microscope. This structural framework supports various cellular processes within HeLa cells. Protozoa, fascinating single-celled organisms that scavenge for particles or absorb nutrients from their environment, also possess a cytoskeletal system to maintain their shape and enable movement. The microscopic view showcases this essential feature. Artwork depicting proteins interacting with microtubules highlights how these components contribute to overall cell function. Microtubules serve as highways for transporting materials within the cell. Conceptual images further illustrate the significance of the cytoskeleton across different organisms. Radiolarians showcase an intricate skeletal frame that provides support and protection while allowing them to move gracefully through water. A conceptual image of a plant cell emphasizes its various components supported by the cytoskeleton. Whether it's shaping budding yeast cells or enabling movement in protozoa or radiolarians, the cytoskeleton is an indispensable component responsible for maintaining cellular architecture and facilitating crucial biological processes across diverse organisms.