Ultra Violet Collection

Spiral galaxy M81, composite image in visible (yellow), infrared (red), and ultraviolet (blue) light. The yellow centre indicates older stars, the blue areas in the spiral arms are hot, young stars

Aurora over Antarctica, satellite image
Aurora over Antarctica, ultraviolet satellite image. Australia is at upper left. This is the aurora australis (green ring), the southern lights display

Spiral galaxy M81, composite image. M81 is around 12 million light years from Earth, in the constellation of Ursa Major. It has a supermassive black hole at its centre

Solar prominence, ultraviolet SOHO (Solar and Heliospheric Observatory) satellite image. The prominence (top right), is a dense cloud of plasma, or ionised gas

Hubble Space Telescope in orbit, artwork
Hubble Space Telescope (HST) in orbit over the Earth, artwork. The HST is an astronomical satellite in orbit around Earth

Marsh marigold in UV light
Marsh marigold (Caltha palustris) in UV (ultraviolet) light (bottom) and in daylight (top). The pattern seen in the bottom image, known as the bull s-eye or nectar guide

Triangulum galaxy (M33), ultraviolet image. This spiral galaxy, also known as the Pinwheel galaxy, is a member of the Local Group of galaxies

Venus transit, 8th June 2004, TRACE image
Transit of Venus. Ultraviolet TRACE image of Venus (black circle) crossing (transiting) the face of the Sun. This image was taken at 06:03 GMT on 8th June 2004. This was the first transit since 1882

Because of the lack of sunshine suffered by the men of the submarine service whilst on patrol under the sea, only coming up at nights, they are given sun ray treatment at their base

Ultraviolet rays: sterilization of water by ultra violet rays
XEE4140979 Ultraviolet rays: sterilization of water by ultra violet rays. Anonymous illustration from 1925. Private collection

Ultraviolet rays: to avoid scars caused by smallpox, patients should be treated in rooms
XEE4140970 Ultraviolet rays: to avoid scars caused by smallpox, patients should be treated in rooms or enter only red light, free of ultra violet rays. Anonymous illustration from 1925

Doctor treating a patient with ultra-violet rays, 1936 (colour litho)
473461 Doctor treating a patient with ultra-violet rays, 1936 (colour litho) by Bull, Rene(1872-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: from the series of humorous cigarette cards, Howlers)

Ultraviolet rays: effects. We cover the ears of a rabbit with black cardboard or cut
XEE4140975 Ultraviolet rays: effects. We cover the ears of a rabbit with black cardboard or cut the letters R and V, then we expose the animal to the ultra violet rays of a mercury lamp

Electromagnetic spectrum. Diagram showing the changing wavelengths of electromagnetic (EM) radiation (top) and the corresponding frequencies in Hertz (Hz)

Fluorescing coral

Red-winged parrot. Museum specimen of a male red- winged parrot (Aprosmictus erythropterus) as seen in ultraviolet (UV) light. This species is native to Australia and Papua New Guinea

Astronomy and the ultraviolet spectrum. This part of the electromagnetic spectrum includes Extreme Ultraviolet (left) and Ultraviolet (UV, at right); Extreme UV borders on X-rays

Artists impression of Extreme UV Explorer (EUVE)
Artists impression of NASAs Extreme Ultraviolet Explorer (EUVE) astronomical satellite. EUVE will carry four UV telescopes

Solar coronal loops. Coloured ultraviolet TRACE image of coronal loops on the Sun. The Earth has been superimposed for scale. The bases of the loops are the hottest areas (white)

Aurorae on Jupiter. Coloured ultraviolet Hubble Space Telescope (HST) image of aurorae (light blue) at the north pole of Jupiter

Coloured ultraviolet TRACE image of suns surface
Sun plasma loops. Coloured ultraviolet TRACE sate- llite image of part of the suns surface with plasma loops. The surface is mostly at a temperature of 6000 degrees Celsius

Z Camelopardalis, UV image
Z Camelopardalis, far ultraviolet image. Z Camelopardalis (centre, white) is a double-star (binary) system. It is composed of a dead star (white dwarf) and a companion star

Woman getting off a sunbed
MODEL RELEASED: Sunbed. A woman seen at the end of a session on a sunbed. The sunbed consists of arrays of fluorescent tubes which have a high emission of ultraviolet light

Banknote security. Euro banknote in ultraviolet light. This highlights security features intended to prevent fraud. Fluorescent ink and strips glow bright blue and red under ultraviolet light

View from inside the mouth of dental crown fitting

Cheque fraud. Image showing how ultra violet (UV) light is used to detect cheque fraud. The upper and lower image show the same cheque (from 1965)

Forged painting seen under ultraviolet light

Looking for biological stains. Forensic scientist using an ultraviolet (UV) lamp to look for stains of biological origin, such as blood, sweat, semen or fingerprints

Fluorescent dye penetrant test results
Fluorescent dye penetrant test on a metallic component, viewed under ultraviolet (UV) light. This is a form of non-destructive testing in which a dye is smeared onto the component

Phototherapy booth. Dermatologist setting up an ultraviolet B phototherapy booth

Aurora from space
Aurora borealis. Coloured combined ultraviolet and optical image of an aurora borealis (northern lights) display seen from space. The aurorae are seen as a ring of light around the North Pole

Coral polyps fluorescing green
Feeding polyps of an Acropora sp. coral glow fluorescent green in the dark when illuminated by a blue light. Photographed at Tondoba Bay, Marsa Alam, Red Sea, Egypt

Mirabilis anthers, light micrograph. These anthers, seen from the side, are from Mirabilis jalapa, the four o clock flower. The anthers and the filament (lower right) together form a stamen

Intercosmos 11 satellite on launchpad
Satellite launch. View of a SL-8 Tsyklon rocket carrying the Intercosmos-11 satellite on a launch pad at Kapustin Yar, Russia

Counterfeit money detection. Ultraviolet scanner being used to verify the authenticity of a 1000-rouble bank note. Photographed in 2010, in Veliky Novgorod, Russia

Earths atmosphere and solar radiation. Computer artwork of the effect of the Earths atmosphere on solar radiation. Shown here are the three lowest levels (blue rectangles) of the Earths atmosphere

Solar flare, 1 August 2010, SDO image
Solar flare, 1 August 2010, ultraviolet SDO image. This massive solar flare (white area, upper left) impacted the Earth on 3 August 2010

Paper quality. White paper and colour charts under ultraviolet (UV) light showing the different reflective quality of coated paper

Electromagnetic spectrum, artwork
Electromagnetic spectrum, computer artwork. The changing wavelength of electromagnetic (EM) radiation through the spectrum is shown by the trace along bottom

Hubble Space Telescope, artwork
Hubble Space Telescope (HST) in Earth orbit, computer artwork. The Milky Way is in the background. The HST is an astronomical satellite in orbit around Earth

United Kingdom passport under UV light
United Kingdom passport under ultraviolet (UV) light. Close up of passport design under UV light revealing invisible fluorescent ink

Comet Lulin. Composite image of comet Lulin passing through the constellation Libra. The Lulin image was taken by the ultraviolet/optical telescope (blue and green areas)

Passport in UV light. Close up photo of a biodata page from a UK passport. This page is printed with invisible inks that fluoresce strongly under ultraviolet (UV) light

Man in ultraviolet disinfection tunnel
A man in an ultraviolet disinfection tunnel used to disinfect people entering a conference centre in Daejeon, South Korea

TRACE observatory over Earth, computer artwork. TRACE (Transition Region and Coronal Explorer) is a space observatory launched in 1998 to study the Sun at ultraviolet wavelengths

TRACE observatory, artwork
TRACE observatory, computer artwork. TRACE (Transition Region and Coronal Explorer) is a space observatory launched in 1998 to study the Sun at ultraviolet wavelengths

TRACE observatory and the Sun, artwork
Solar coronal loops. Computer artwork based on the ultraviolet TRACE image of the Sun, showing coronal loops following a solar flare event observed in November 2000

TRACE observatory and solar coronal loops
Solar coronal loops. Computer artwork based on the ultraviolet TRACE image of the Sun, showing coronal loops following a solar flare event observed in November 2000

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"Unveiling the Mysteries of Ultra Violet: From Spiral Galaxies to Bacterial Cultures" Behold the mesmerizing beauty of the Spiral galaxy M81, captured in this stunning composite image that reveals its intricate ultraviolet hues. Witness nature's own light show as an ethereal Aurora dances over Antarctica, as seen from a satellite image bathed in shades of ultra violet. Delve deeper into the enigmatic Spiral galaxy M81 with another captivating composite image, showcasing its celestial wonders through the lens of ultraviolet photography. Explore the explosive power of our Sun through a captivating solar prominence photograph, where vibrant bursts of ultraviolet rays paint a breathtaking cosmic display. Imagine floating alongside Hubble Space Telescope in orbit with this awe-inspiring artwork, depicting its mission to unravel distant galaxies and capture their secrets using ultraviolet technology. Discover how even humble marsh marigolds transform under UV light, revealing hidden patterns and colors that are invisible to our naked eyes. Marvel at Triangulum galaxy (M33), whose majestic spiral arms come alive when viewed through an ultraviolet lens, offering a unique perspective on its stellar tapestry. Peer into the microscopic world as bacterial cultures glow under UV illumination – a powerful tool used by scientists for research and sterilization purposes alike. Travel back in time to witness Venus' rare transit across the Sun on 8th June 2004, immortalized by TRACE's striking ultraviolet image capturing this celestial spectacle. Reflect upon the sacrifices made by submarine service personnel who endure long periods without sunshine; yet they remain resilient despite missing out on natural doses of vital ultra violet rays. Understand how Ultraviolet rays have become instrumental in water sterilization processes - harnessing their power for purifying drinking water and ensuring public health safety.