Monkeypox virus particles, TEM C016 / 7385
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Monkeypox virus particles, TEM C016 / 7385
Monkeypox virus (MPV) particles, coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM). Each particle is composed of a DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) genome surrounded by a protein coat and lipid envelope. This virus, which is found near rainforests in Central and West Africa causes disease in humans and monkeys, although its natural hosts are rodents. It is capable of human to human transmission. In humans it causes fever, swollen glands and a rash of fluid-filled blisters. It is fatal in 10 per cent of cases. Magnification: x93, 000 when printed at 10 centimetres tall
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This print showcases the intricate beauty of Monkeypox virus particles, as captured by a transmission electron microscope (TEM). The coloured TEM image reveals each particle's composition, featuring a DNA genome enveloped by a protein coat and lipid envelope. While this virus primarily thrives near rainforests in Central and West Africa, it has the ability to cause disease in both humans and monkeys, despite its natural hosts being rodents. Monkeypox is known for its capability of human-to-human transmission, making it a significant concern within public health. In humans, infection with this virus leads to symptoms such as fever, swollen glands, and a distinctive rash consisting of fluid-filled blisters. Tragically, approximately 10 percent of cases result in fatality. With an impressive magnification level of x93,000 when printed at just 10 centimeters tall, this photograph allows us to appreciate the minuscule yet impactful world of microbiology. It serves as a reminder that even organisms invisible to the naked eye can have profound effects on our lives. The presence of Monkeypox highlights the importance of understanding zoonotic diseases—those transmitted between animals and humans—and their potential for emergence or re-emergence. As part of the Orthopoxvirus family and classified as Group 1 virus due to its double-stranded DNA structure, Monkeypox stands out among exotic and emerging diseases studied within virology. This remarkable image was made possible through collaboration between Public Health England's Centre for Infections and Science Photo Library—a testament to their dedication towards advancing scientific knowledge while raising awareness about infectious diseases that impact global health.
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