From cells to chiffon: Reminiscence of an electron microscopist
Author(s) -
Eve Reaven
Publication year - 2006
Publication title -
the biochemist
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.126
H-Index - 7
eISSN - 1740-1194
pISSN - 0954-982X
DOI - 10.1042/bio02806019
Subject(s) - reminiscence , electron microscope , golgi apparatus , art , physics , psychology , biology , microbiology and biotechnology , optics , cognitive psychology , endoplasmic reticulum
For a scientist, using the electron microscope can be a life-altering experience. One sits in the dark, usually alone, looking for answers to particular puzzles. Where is this immuno-tagged protein located? Why is it in this place, in this cell, in this particular site? Wait a minute! What is this unusual structure? Why does it have this strange shape? What is this density inside? Why does it seem to interact with the Golgi body?
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