Differential Interference Contrast Collection

C. elegans worms, light micrograph
C. elegans worms. Differential interference contrast micrograph of an adult Caenorhabditis elegans worm (centre) surrounded by C. elegans larvae hatching from eggs

Water bear, light micrograph C016 / 8581
Water bear, differential interference contrast (DIC) light micrograph. Water bears, or tardigrades, (phylum Tardigrada) are small, water-dwelling

Light micrograph of cast iron, DIC
Light micrograph of cast iron using differential interference contrast (DIC) lighting. Steel & cast iron are made by adding small amounts of carbon to iron

Diatom, light micrograph C014 / 4673
Diatom. Differential interference contrast micrograph of a Gyrosigma sp. diatom. Diatoms are a group of photosynthetic, single-celled algae containing about 10, 000 species

MDCK cells, inverted light micrograph C017 / 7647
MDCK cells. Differential interference contrast inverted light micrograph of Madin-Darby canine kidney (MDCK) cells. This is a kidney epithelial cell line from a cocker spaniel

Rotifer with eggs, light micrograph C016 / 8587
Rotifer with eggs. Differential interference contrast (DIC) light micrograph of a rotifer (phylum Rotifera) carrying eggs (small, round)

Midge larva, light micrograph
Midge larva. Differential interference contrast (DIC) micrograph of the larva of a non-biting midge (family Chironomidae). Midge refers to many kinds of very small two-winged flies found world-wide

Amoeboid protozoa, SEM
Amoeboid protozoa. Differential interference contrast (DIC) micrograph of four Thecamoeba sp. amoebozoa. Amoebozoa are a major group of amoeboid protozoa, motile single-celled organisms

Haematococcus alga, light micrograph
Haematococcus alga. Differential interference contrast (DIC) micrograph of a Haematococcus sp. green alga. Magnification: x670, when printed 10 centimetres wide

Microalgae, light micrograph
Microalgae. Differential interference contrast (DIC) micrograph of Botryococcus braunii (round), and other species of green alga. Magnification: x278, when printed 10 centimetres wide

Closterium desmid, light micrograph
Closterium desmid. Differential interference contrast (DIC) micrograph of a Closterium sp. desmid green alga. Desmids are a common group of freshwater single-celled algae that have intricate cell

Haematococcus algae, light micrograph
Haematococcus algae. Differential interference contrast (DIC) micrograph of a colony of Haematococcus sp. green alga. Magnification: x220, when printed 10 centimetres wide

Midge eggs, light micrograph
Midge eggs. Differential interference contrast (DIC) micrograph of the eggs of a non-biting midge (family Chironomidae). Midge refers to many kinds of very small two-winged flies found world-wide

Water droplets, light micrograph. Differential interference contrast (DIC) micrograph of water droplets on a surface. Magnification: x278, when printed 10 centimetres wide

Diatoms, light micrograph C014 / 4675
Diatoms. Differential interference contrast micrograph of a group of Meridion circulare diatoms. Diatoms are a group of photosynthetic, single-celled algae containing about 10, 000 species

Diatom, light micrograph C014 / 4677
Diatom. Differential interference contrast micrograph of a Campylodiscus sp. diatom. Diatoms are a group of photosynthetic, single-celled algae containing about 10, 000 species

Green algae, light micrograph C014 / 4670
Green algae. Differential interference contrast micrograph of a single green alga, showing the chloroplast (green) inside. Algae use the chloroplasts to produce food through photosynthesis

Diatoms, light micrograph C014 / 4671
Diatoms. Differential interference contrast micrograph of a group of Achnantes longipes diatoms. Diatoms are a group of photosynthetic, single-celled algae containing about 10, 000 species

Diatom, light micrograph C014 / 4669
Diatom. Differential interference contrast micrograph of an Achnantes longipes diatom. Diatoms are a group of photosynthetic, single-celled algae containing about 10, 000 species

Diatoms, light micrograph C014 / 4668
Diatoms. Differential interference contrast micrograph of a group of Achnantes longipes diatoms. Diatoms are a group of photosynthetic, single-celled algae containing about 10, 000 species

Diatoms, light micrograph C014 / 4674
Diatoms. Differential interference contrast micrograph of a group of Achnantes longipes diatoms. Diatoms are a group of photosynthetic, single-celled algae containing about 10, 000 species

Ciliate protozoan, light micrograph C014 / 4676
Ciliate protozoan. Differential interference contrast micrograph of a ciliate protozoan, showing the symbiotic green algae (Zoochlorellae, green) contained in vacuoles within

Rotifer, light micrograph C014 / 4666
Rotifer, differential interference contrast micrograph. These animals are related to roundworms. They are usually freshwater organisms though a few marine sp

Pediastrum green algae, micrograph
Pediastrum green algae. Differential interference contrast light micrograph of a circular colony of Pediastrum sp. green algae (Chlorophyte). Pediastrum is a type of freshwater colonial algae

Ciliate protozoan, light micrograph C014 / 4667
Ciliate protozoan. Differential interference contrast micrograph of a ciliate protozoan, showing the symbiotic green algae (Zoochlorellae, green) contained in vacuoles within

Diatoms, light micrograph C016 / 8600
Diatoms. Differential interference contrast (DIC) light micrograph of diatoms from the Mediterranean. Diatoms are a group of photosynthetic, single-celled algae containing about 10, 000 species

Ciliate protozoan, light micrograph C016 / 8593
Ciliate protozoan. Differential interference contrast (DIC) light micrograph of a ciliate protozoan. Magnification: x280 when printed 10 centimetres wide

Hypotrich protozoan, light micrograph C016 / 8592
Hypotrich protozoan. Differential interference contrast (DIC) light micrograph of a Euplotes sp. hypotrich ciliate protozoan. Magnification: x280 when printed 10 centimetres wide

Hypotrich protozoan, light micrograph C016 / 8590
Hypotrich protozoan. Differential interference contrast (DIC) light micrograph of a Euplotes sp. hypotrich ciliate protozoan. Magnification: x280 when printed 10 centimetres wide

Rotifer with eggs, light micrograph C016 / 8588
Rotifer with eggs. Differential interference contrast (DIC) light micrograph of a rotifer (phylum Rotifera) carrying eggs (small, round)

Ciliate protozoan, light micrograph C016 / 8582
Ciliate protozoan. Differential interference contrast (DIC) light micrograph of a ciliate protozoan. Magnification: x280 when printed 10 centimetres wide

Squeezed Orange Juice (LM) C014 / 1707
Squeezed orange juice. Light micrograph of natural squeezed orange juice at 100% with no additives shown under differential interference contrast. Magnification x812 (x190 at 10cm wide)

Squeezed Orange Juice (LM)
Squeezed orange juice. Light micrograph of natural squeezed orange juice at 100% with no additives, shown under differential interference contrast. Magnification x812 (x190 at 10cm wide)

Fermented Ginger Beer (LM) C014 / 1695
Fermented ginger beer. Light micrograph of fermented ginger beer under differential interference contrast, showing yeast and ginger root debris. Magnfication x1625 (x385 at 10cm wide)

Drinking Yoghurt (LM) C014 / 1690
Drinking yoghurt. Light micrograph of natural drinking yoghurt under differential interference contrast. The bead-like bacteria is lactococcus and the smooth rod-like bacteria is lactobacillus

Aspartame Crystal in Cherryade (LM) C014 / 1692
Aspartame crystal in cherryade. Light micrograph showing a single aspartame crystal from a cherry flavoured soft drink shown under differential interference contrast

Drinking Yoghurt (LM) C014 / 1691
Drinking yoghurt. Light micrograph of natural drinking yoghurt under differential interference contrast. The bead-like bacteria is lactococcus and the smooth rod-like bacteria is lactobacillus

Traditional Brown Ale (LM) C014 / 1689
Traditional brown ale. Light micrograph of a traditional brown ale shown under differential interference contrast. The bubbles are of carbon dioxide. Magnification x812 (x190 at 10cm wide)

Traditional Brown Ale (LM) C014 / 1688
Traditional brown ale. Light micrograph of traditional brown ale shown under differential interference contrast. Ripples can be seen which are caused by the liquor drying out

Paramecium bursaria protozoan, light micr
Paramecium bursaria protozoan, differential interference contrast light micrograph. This ciliate protozoan inhabits freshwater, where it feeds mainly on bacteria

Blepharisma protozoan, light micrograph
Blepharisma protozoan. Differential interference contrast micrograph of a Blepharisma japonicum protozoan. These ciliate protozoa move by beating their cilia

Blepharisma protozoa, light micrograph
Blepharisma protozoa. Differential interference contrast micrograph of Blepharisma japonicum protozoa. These ciliate protozoa move by beating their cilia

Micrasterias desmid, light micrograph
Micrasterias desmid. Differential interference contrast light micrograph of a Micrasterias sp. desmid green alga. Desmids are a common group of freshwater single-celled algae that have intricate cell

Vorticella protozoa, light micrograph C016 / 3042
Vorticella protozoa. Differential interference contrast (DIC) light micrograph of Vorticella sp. ciliate protozoa. These single-celled organisms consist of a bell-shaped head

Vorticella protozoan, light micrograph C016 / 3043
Vorticella protozoan. Differential interference contrast (DIC) light micrograph of a Vorticella sp. ciliate protozoan. This single-celled organism consists of a bell-shaped head

Vorticella protozoa, light micrograph C016 / 3041
Vorticella protozoa. Differential interference contrast (DIC) light micrograph of Vorticella sp. ciliate protozoa. These single-celled organisms consist of a bell-shaped head

Vorticella protozoa, light micrograph C016 / 3040
Vorticella protozoa. Differential interference contrast (DIC) light micrograph of Vorticella sp. ciliate protozoa. These single-celled organisms consist of a bell-shaped head

Blue green algae stigonema, LM C013 / 5286
Light micrograph using differential interference contrast microscopy (DIC) of the filamentous blue-green algae (group name Cyanophycophyta), called stigonema

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"Differential Interference Contrast: Revealing the Hidden Beauty of Microscopic Worlds" Step into the mesmerizing realm (DIC) microscopy, where a whole new world unfolds before our eyes. This advanced imaging technique allows us to explore intricate details and structures that are otherwise invisible to the naked eye. In one captivating light micrograph, we witness the enchanting dance of C. Elegans worms. Their delicate bodies shimmer with vibrant colors, showcasing their remarkable beauty and complexity. Moving on, we encounter a water bear captured in another light micrograph. Its translucent body reveals an astonishing level of intricacy as every tiny feature is brought to life through DIC. The sheer resilience and adaptability of this extraordinary creature become evident in this stunning image. A fascinating glimpse into the microscopic world continues with a light micrograph capturing cast iron under DIC illumination. The intricate patterns and textures within this seemingly mundane material come alive, transforming it into a work of art. Diatoms take center stage in yet another breathtaking light micrograph. These single-celled organisms exhibit unparalleled symmetry and grace as they float effortlessly through their aquatic habitat. MDCK cells appear inverted but no less captivating in their DIC portrayal. Every cell membrane becomes distinct, allowing us to appreciate the complex network that forms these living structures. The wonders continue with a rotifer delicately cradling its eggs under DIC illumination. This tender moment showcases both fragility and strength within nature's cycle of life. A midge larva emerges from obscurity thanks to DIC microscopy, revealing its unique anatomy and features previously hidden from view. Transitioning from light microscopy to scanning electron microscopy (SEM), we delve into the realm of amoeboid protozoa – creatures whose shape-shifting abilities astound us all over again at such magnification levels. Returning back to light micrographs, Haematococcus alga takes center stage once more; its vivid red hue contrasting against a backdrop of green.